Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

American Traveler is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for an ambulatory surgery center OR Tech position requiring prior travel experience.

Requirements

• BLS certification required
• CST certification preferred
• SGNA certification preferred
• 3-4 years of surgical technology experience required
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Proficiency in aseptic technique, instrument processing, sterilization/disinfection, and universal protocol/time out procedures
• Experience with case cart preparation, fire safety, and specimen handling/labeling preferred
• License required if applicable

Responsibilities

• Ambulatory surgery center setting performing general OR, podiatry, orthopedic, and general surgery procedures
• Patient ratio of 1:1
• Day shift schedule, 3x10-hour shifts from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Procedures include ACL reconstruction, arthroscopy, carpal tunnel release, fracture reductions, bunionectomy, ankle fusion, and hernia repairs
• Utilizes equipment including drills, electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources, endoscopes, and washer/sterilizers
• Maintain sterile fields and support surgical teams across multiple specialties including orthopedics, podiatry, and general surgery
• Ensure proper instrument processing, sterilization, and equipment documentation
• Follow isolation precautions, PPE protocols, and sharps safety guidelines
• Participate in emergency management and fire safety procedures
• Handle and reprocess flexible endoscopes and other scope equipment as needed
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request allowed per contract
• Holiday coverage includes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Accepts local candidates within a 50-mile radius at local rateReturning staff must have a 1-year separation before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

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-772228

Open Positions: 1