Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist for a Level I trauma center academic Main OR, requiring NBSTSA certification and 2 years of experience.

Requirements

• NBSTSA certification required (MUSC does not accept NCCT)
• BLS certification required (AHA only)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required
• Level I trauma center experience required
• Radiation badge required, to be provided by the agency
• EPIC charting experience preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration
• License required if applicable

Responsibilities

• Level I trauma center Main OR with 21 suites covering all surgical specialties
• Common cases include Ortho (total joints, spine, trauma), Neuro (crani, spine), ENT (flaps), Robotics, Transplants/Procurements, Trauma/Burns, and GU/GYN
• Highly preferred experience in Neuro (spines/crani), ENT (flaps), and Robotics (Davinci Xi) cases
• 3x12 hour day shifts, 6:30A-7:00P, with holiday rotation
• Up to 1 weekend shift per 4 week schedule period
• On-call requirement of up to 4 call shifts per 4 week schedule period
• Float within scope required to meet facility needs, including between like units and sister facilities
• EPIC charting system used
• Magnet designated department with a nursing team of 75% RNs and 25% CSTs
• Work in a busy, dynamic, nurse-driven department utilizing cutting-edge surgical technology
• Scrubs provided by facility
• Facility is a Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, and Magnet Hospital with 820 staffed beds
• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval, dependent on unit needs
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Previous perm or PRN staff must be separated from the health system for 1 year before returning as a traveler
• All requested time off must be submitted in advance for facility approval
• Local candidates accepted and considered on a case-by-case basis
• Candidates residing within 60 miles are considered local
• During hurricane season (June through November), staff may be assigned to emergency response teams

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