Surgical Tech (ST): Los Angeles, CA

Surgical Technician Travel Contract

Specialty: Operating Room / Surgical Services Discipline: Surgical Technician (ST) Location: Los Angeles, California Employment Type: Travel Contract Assignment Length: 8 Weeks Schedule: 3 x 12 Hours Shift: Days Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

NuWest is seeking an experienced Surgical Technician for a travel contract opportunity in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will scrub and circulate across a broad range of surgical specialties in a high-acuity Level I Trauma operating room serving a large, diverse metropolitan patient population. The ideal candidate brings multi-specialty OR experience, expert knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterile technique, and the adaptability to anticipate team needs across both complex and routine procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Scrub and assist during surgical procedures across multiple specialties including Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastic Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Vascular, Podiatry, Thoracic, and General Surgery
• Prepare and maintain the sterile field, ensuring strict adherence to aseptic and sterile technique throughout all procedures
• Select, set up, and pass surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies in anticipation of surgeon needs
• Circulate during procedures as needed, supporting the surgical team and maintaining accurate instrument and sponge counts
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and preparation in accordance with surgical and safety protocols
• Inspect and troubleshoot surgical instruments and equipment prior to and during procedures to ensure proper function
• Maintain efficient OR workflow by coordinating with surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing staff to support smooth case turnover
• Adhere to all operating room safety, infection control, and regulatory standards to ensure patient safety throughout the perioperative process

Required Qualifications

• Active Surgical Technician (ST) certification
• Minimum 1 year of recent surgical technician experience in a Level I Trauma institution in a metropolitan setting serving a diverse patient population, including experience across multiple surgical specialties
• Successful completion of formal training in the perioperative environment
• Current AHA BLS certification
• Current MAB or CPI certification
• LA City Fire and Life Safety card (must be LA City)
• LA County Employee Health Clearance must be completed prior to assignment start date
• Must be fully committed to completing an 8-week assignment
• Must be able to pass required background checks and drug screening

Why NuWest?

At NuWest, we connect talented healthcare professionals with opportunities that fit their experience, career goals, and lifestyle.

NuWest Benefits may include:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Direct deposit
• Referral bonuses
• Personalized support from your NuWest recruiting and account management team
• Credentialing and compliance support
• Exclusive healthcare opportunities nationwide
• 24/7 support while you're on assignment