Travel Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - $45 to $50 per hour in Los Angeles, CA

Certified Surgical Technologist

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Agency: United Health Care Staffing

Pay: $45 to $50 per hour

Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified CST in Los Angeles, California, 90230!

Surgical Technologist | Los Angeles, CA | 13 Weeks Contract

Join a premier surgical services team where your precision, technical expertise, and dedication to patient safety help deliver exceptional surgical outcomes. We’re seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to support a variety of surgical procedures in Los Angeles, CA. If you thrive in a fast-paced operating room environment and enjoy being an integral part of the surgical team, this travel opportunity is for you!

Job Details

• Position: Surgical Technologist
• Location: Los Angeles
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Day Shift
• Schedule: 3×12
• Experience Required: 2 Years
• Pay Rate: $45 to $50 per hour

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms with sterile instruments, equipment, and surgical supplies before procedures
• Establish and maintain a sterile field throughout surgical procedures using strict aseptic techniques
• Assist surgeons by passing instruments, sutures, sponges, and other surgical supplies during operations
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team to promote efficient workflow and patient safety
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts before, during, and after surgical procedures
• Prepare specialty surgical equipment and instruments for a variety of surgical cases
• Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, and safe transfers before and after surgery
• Handle, label, and transport surgical specimens according to facility protocols
• Clean, restock, and prepare operating rooms between procedures
• Follow infection prevention, sterilization, and patient safety standards at all times
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesia providers, and perioperative staff to deliver high-quality surgical care

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential preferred or required by facility policy
• Minimum 2 years of recent Surgical Technologist experience in an acute care hospital
• Current BLS Certification required
• Experience assisting with general surgery and multiple surgical specialties preferred
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Ability to remain calm and efficient during routine and emergency surgical procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Ability to stand for extended periods and actively participate throughout surgical procedures

About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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