Travel Operating Room Surgical Technologist - $1,405 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered Location: unspecified. This position involves supporting perioperative patient care by assisting nursing staff with patient transport, equipment maintenance, and supply management within the surgical environment. The role emphasizes quality assurance, infection control, and collaboration with medical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating shifts, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED, 0 years of experience, ability to work different shifts, proficient in English, and knowledge of basic emergency response protocols.
• Additional Requirements: Ability to maintain confidentiality, learn new equipment swiftly, problem-solve effectively, and provide culturally competent care in a fast-paced setting.
• Responsibilities: Assisting with patient care activities including shave preps, non-invasive monitoring, specimen collection, ambulating, and repositioning patients; receiving instruments and cleaning equipment; participating in quality improvement and safety initiatives; transporting patients, supplies, and specimens within the hospital; supporting infection control practices.
• Preferred Qualifications: N/A

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 #1307948. 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