Travel Operating Room Surgical Technologist - $1,795 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Northridge, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Surgical Technician / Operating Room Technician in a healthcare facility setting. This position involves supporting surgical teams in a variety of operative procedures within a high-volume operating environment. Candidates will be responsible for maintaining sterile fields, assisting with instrumentation, and ensuring efficient workflow across multiple surgical specialties.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 8-hour days, call required, every other weekend, first to float
• Required Qualifications: Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) via NBSTSA, BLS Certification, minimum 2 years of experience in trauma, orthopedics, and general surgery, with experience in ENT, plastics, vascular, neuro, and robotics (Da Vinci). No BSN required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in open heart, valves, thoracotomy, trauma surgeries (CVOR) is preferred.
• Additional Information: Unit notes specify the ability to perform both cardiovascular (CVOR) and general operating room cases. The unit comprises 12 general OR suites, 1 cardiovascular suite, and 1 hybrid room, with an average of 14 cases per day. Candidates must be able to handle a diverse case load across multiple surgical disciplines, including trauma, ortho, urology, gynecology, and robotics. The hospital's cancellation policy allows up to 4 shift cancellations within a 13-week assignment or 3 for shorter assignments. Charting is performed using the Cerner system.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1316827. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Surgical Technician/Operating Rm Tech

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus