Surgical First Assistant Jobs in Connecticut
Surgical First Assistant jobs in Connecticut are open across Hartford, Bridgeport, and New Haven and other Connecticut metros, with employers like Hartford HealthCare, Yale New Haven Health, and Trinity Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Full Time Surgical Physician Assistant Opening in Danbury, Connecticut (60 miles from New York City)
Danbury Hospital, now part of Northwell Health, is seeking a full time Surgical Physician Assistant to join our established and growing Surgical Advanced Practitioner Services program in Danbury, Connecticut, located about 60 miles northeast of New York City and near the border of Westchester and Putnam Counties in New York State.
Our busy service of 12 full-time Advanced Practitioners currently provides services to all surgical patients admitted to the hospital, as well as in Observation, Extended stay, Emergency room, and Operating room, including consults as well as pre and post-operative care. Specialties include, but are not limited to, Urology, Orthopedics, Neurosurgical/Spine, Plastics, and ENT. As we grow the program, we will be evolving to a 24/7 service that includes some OR assist. This position follows a rotating schedule including days, weekends, holidays, and minimal overnight coverage.
The ideal candidate will be a board certified physician assistant with previous surgical and/or patient management experience and/or surgical residency training and/or Da Vinci robotics training, though new graduates will be considered. This is an employed position with Nuvance Health Medical Practice. We offer a competitive compensation package, including allowances for CMEs and Dues expenses.
Established in 1885, Danbury Hospital is a not-for-profit community hospital providing Greater Danbury area residents convenient access to exceptional care. Danbury Hospital has 371 beds and is a Level II Trauma Center with approximately 70,000 ED visits per year. As a teaching hospital, we are associated with the University of Vermont College of Medicine, Ross University, American University of the Caribbean, and Yale School of Medicine. Our Medical Group includes 900+ physicians and advanced practice providers, serving a geographically broad region throughout Western Connecticut and eastern New York.
Danbury, Connecticut, located in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains and on the border of New York State, is about 60 miles northeast of New York City and 60 miles west of Hartford, CT. As part of the greater NY metropolitan area, the city of Danbury enjoys both proximity to New York City culture and access to a wide array of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, fishing and boating in state and regional parks and preserves. Danbury is home to Western Connecticut State University as well as a number of historical sites, museums, theaters and art galleries. Surrounded by a number of quaint towns with scenic rolling hills, the area offers a variety of excellent housing and school options. Boston, New York City, New Haven and Hartford are easily accessible via train or car.
Danbury Hospital is now part of Nuvance Health. Nuvance Health serves 1.5 million residents across New York and Connecticut and includes more than 2,600 aligned physicians, 12,000 employees, seven hospitals (Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Northern Dutchess Hospital, Norwalk Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center, Sharon Hospital, and Vassar Brothers Medical Center), a large network of primary care and specialty practices, and multiple affiliated organizations.
For more information or to apply for this position, please contact Stephanie Ramirez, APP Recruiter, via email at stephanie.ramirez@nuvancehealth.org
Department: DB Surgical PA's
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000 (Commensurate with experience)
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Surgical First Assistant Job Market in Connecticut
A snapshot from current Connecticut openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Hartford HealthCare24

- Yale New Haven Health10

- Trinity Health7

- Nuvance Health4

- Northwell Health3

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services48
- Science & Research3
- Insurance2
- Staffing & Recruiting1
- Technology & Software1
What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in surgical first assistant jobs across Connecticut.
- Current CNFA or CSFA certification from a nationally recognized credentialing body
- Minimum two years of first-assist experience in an operating room setting
- Proficiency in open, laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted surgical procedures
- BLS and ACLS certification current at time of hire
- Completion of an accredited surgical first assistant or surgical technology program
- Familiarity with sterile field management, instrumentation, and surgical site preparation
Surgical First Assistant Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How many surgical first assistant jobs are there in Connecticut?
There are 51+ surgical first assistant openings in Connecticut on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Hartford, Bridgeport, and New Haven. New positions post regularly as employers across Connecticut hire.
How much do surgical first assistants make in Connecticut?
Surgical first assistants in Connecticut earn a median of about $67,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,810 for the lowest 10% to over $107,690 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Connecticut cities have the most surgical first assistant jobs?
Hartford, Bridgeport, and New Haven have the most surgical first assistant openings in Connecticut right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire surgical first assistants in Connecticut?
Employers hiring surgical first assistants in Connecticut include Hartford HealthCare, Yale New Haven Health, and Trinity Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote surgical first assistant jobs in Connecticut?
Yes. About 0% of surgical first assistant openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Connecticut metros.
How do I apply for surgical first assistant jobs in Connecticut?
You can apply to surgical first assistant jobs in Connecticut directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Connecticut location, then apply to each one that fits.
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