Surgical First Assistant Jobs in New Jersey

Surgical First Assistant jobs in New Jersey are open across Pennington, Morristown, and Newark and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Hackensack Meridian Health, Capital Health System, and Atlantic Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles38+
Top employerHackensack Meridian Health
Top cityPennington, NJ
Cities hiring15
Work type97% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Capital Health System, Inc.
Patient Care Assistant - Surgical Care Inpatient - Hopewell - Part Time - NIGHTS
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Capital Health System, Inc.
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Patient Care Assistant - Surgical Care Inpatient - Hopewell - Part Time - NIGHTS
Capital Health System, Inc.
Pennington, New Jersey
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38k - $47k/yr
On-Site
High School

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Capital Health System, Inc.
Patient Care Assistant - Surgical Care Inpatient - Hopewell - Full-Time - NIGHTS
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Capital Health System, Inc.
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Patient Care Assistant - Surgical Care Inpatient - Hopewell - Full-Time - NIGHTS
Capital Health System, Inc.
Pennington, New Jersey
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38k - $47k/yr
On-Site
High School

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Rutgers University
Clinical Assistant Professor/Surgical Critical Care
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Rutgers University
Added 7mo ago
Clinical Assistant Professor/Surgical Critical Care
Rutgers University
Piscataway, New Jersey
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
$115k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Rutgers University
Assistant/Associate Professor - Surgical/Cytopathology
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Rutgers University
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Assistant/Associate Professor - Surgical/Cytopathology
Rutgers University
Newark, New Jersey
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Physicians
$263k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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CareWell Health
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical
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CareWell Health
Added 4d ago
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical
CareWell Health
East Orange, New Jersey
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$43 - $49/hr
On-Site
Associate's
2-10

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Surgical First Assistant Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pennington
7 jobs
Morristown
6 jobs
Newark
4 jobs
Cherry Hill
3 jobs
Hackensack
3 jobs
East Orange
2 jobs
Neptune City
2 jobs
New Brunswick
2 jobs
Perth Amboy
2 jobs

Surgical First Assistant Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Hackensack Meridian Health
    Hackensack Meridian Health8
  • Capital Health System
    Capital Health System7
  • Atlantic Health
    Atlantic Health6
  • Rutgers University
    Rutgers University4
  • Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional
    Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services28
  • Education4
  • Investment & Asset Management2
  • Medical Devices2
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in surgical first assistant jobs across New Jersey.

  • 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 New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many surgical first assistant jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 38+ surgical first assistant openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Pennington, Morristown, and Newark. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

How much do surgical first assistants make in New Jersey?

Surgical first assistants in New Jersey earn a median of about $90,710 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,770 for the lowest 10% to over $146,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which New Jersey cities have the most surgical first assistant jobs?

Pennington, Morristown, and Newark have the most surgical first assistant openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire surgical first assistants in New Jersey?

Employers hiring surgical first assistants in New Jersey include Hackensack Meridian Health, Capital Health System, and Atlantic Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote surgical first assistant jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 3% of surgical first assistant openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for surgical first assistant jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to surgical first assistant jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.

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