Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist for a hospital OR position requiring 5 years of experience and CST licensure.

Requirements

• CST certification through NBSTSA required (license required if applicable)
• BLS certification from the AHA required
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• 5 years of surgical technology experience preferred, 2 years minimum required
• Experience with vascular, transplant, ophthalmology, spine, robotic, or cardiac procedures preferred
• Community hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Proficiency in aseptic technique, sterile instrument processing, and specimen handling

Responsibilities

• Community hospital setting supporting general OR, CVOR, and hybrid OR cases
• Patient ratio of 1:1 during procedures
• 4x10 variable night shifts with start times ranging from 21:00-23:00
• Weekend rotation included in the schedule
• On-call requirements apply
• Assist surgical teams in preparing for and during operative procedures according to hospital standards
• Support a variety of surgical specialties including vascular, gynecology, orthopedic, neuro, cardiovascular, and general surgery cases
• Maintain sterile fields and adhere to infection control and isolation precautions
• Participate in Universal Protocol (time out) procedures and equipment documentation
• Handle specimen labeling, wound care, and suture removal as needed
• Operate and maintain surgical equipment including electrosurgical units, drills, and fiber optic devices
• Experience with Da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system a plus
• Candidates must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year to be eligible for return as a traveler
• Only one holiday RTO request approved per contract
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at the applicable local rate

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-774225

Open Positions: 1