Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CSTAmerican TravelerTurlock, California, United StatesAssignment type: travelShift: DaysLength (weeks): 13Openings: 1$1,590.36/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for an ambulatory surgery center OR Tech position requiring prior travel experience.DetailsAmbulatory surgery center setting performing general OR, podiatry, orthopedic, and general surgery proceduresPatient ratio of 1:1Day shift schedule, 3x10-hour shifts from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PMProcedures include ACL reconstruction, arthroscopy, carpal tunnel release, fracture reductions, bunionectomy, ankle fusion, and hernia repairsUtilizes equipment including drills, electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources, endoscopes, and washer/sterilizersRequirementsBLS certification requiredCST certification preferredSGNA certification preferred3-4 years of surgical technology experience requiredPrior travel assignment experience requiredCommunity hospital experience preferredProficiency in aseptic technique, instrument processing, sterilization/disinfection, and universal protocol/time out proceduresExperience with case cart preparation, fire safety, and specimen handling/labeling preferredLicense required if applicableAdditional InformationMaintain sterile fields and support surgical teams across multiple specialties including orthopedics, podiatry, and general surgeryEnsure proper instrument processing, sterilization, and equipment documentationFollow isolation precautions, PPE protocols, and sharps safety guidelinesParticipate in emergency management and fire safety proceduresHandle and reprocess flexible endoscopes and other scope equipment as neededMaximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request allowed per contractHoliday coverage includes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and ChristmasAccepts local candidates within a 50-mile radius at local rateReturning staff must have a 1-year separation before returning as a travelerFirst-time travelers will not be considered for this positionHours per week: 30Hours per shift: 10