Travel Surgical Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Pay Rate: $2,400.00 - $2,600.00 gross per week

Number of Positions: 1

Specialty: Surgical Tech 

Start Date: ASAP 9/14/26

Travel: All Inclusive

Assignment Length: 13 weeks

EMR: EPIC

Schedule: 3x12's Day Shift

• 5x8's Monday - Friday
• No On Call

Call: N/A

Additional Details about the position

• 2 surgical suites
• Need ortho experience
• Experience working Knees & Shoulders cases
• Will see more than just ortho cases
• Endoscopy cases are high
• Pain management procedures/cases are high

Preoperative Procedures

• OR Setup: Review surgeon preference cards, check case carts, and gather necessary equipment and supplies.
• Sterilization: Ensure all instruments are sterile and functional.
• Sterile Field: Perform the surgical scrub, don gown and gloves, and arrange instruments on the Mayo stand and back table.
• Counts: Perform initial counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments with the circulator.
• Patient Prep: Assist in transferring, positioning, and prepping (cleaning/disinfecting) the patient.
• Draping: Assist the team in draping the patient to establish a sterile field.

Intraoperative Procedures

• Anticipation: Anticipate the surgeon's needs, passing instruments quickly and efficiently.
• Maintaining Sterility: Monitor the sterile field constantly to prevent contamination.
• Specimens: Receive, handle, and label surgical specimens.
• Medications: Prepare and pass medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions.
• Support: Hold retractors, cut sutures, and assist with robotic arms or cameras as needed.
• Counts: Perform additional counts as necessary, especially during cavity closure.

Postoperative Procedures

• Wound Care: Apply sterile dressings and bandages to the incision site.
• Cleanup: Remove dirty instruments, sharps, and waste, ensuring proper disposal and decontamination.
• Turnover: Assist in cleaning the operating room and restocking supplies for the next procedure. 

Key Safety Standards

Safety Protocols: Adhere to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards, especially for sharps handling.

Confidentiality: Maintain patient privacy (HIPAA compliance).

• Personal Hygiene: Maintain short, natural nails (no polish/false nails) and clean attire.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2 Years relevant experience  

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS  

• CST

LICENSURE REQUIREMENT  

• CST

ABOUT THE FACILITY

Our Hospital is a health care institution that provides patient treatment with a wide range of medical care services. The Emergency Department has demonstrated an ability to provide prompt assessment, resuscitation, and stabilization of ill and injured patients of all ages.

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Benefits: (NurseStar Covers 50% of your monthly benefit cost)

• Dental Insurance 
• Health insurance 
• Paid sick time 
• Paid time off 
• Travel reimbursement 
• Vision insurance