Travel Surgical Technologist - $1,590 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/18/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Open Heart (OH) professional in a high-volume hospital setting. The position involves supporting a busy Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) service line that performs routine and complex cardiac, thoracic, and vascular procedures. Candidates must have at least three years of recent full-time experience as a CVOR Certified Surgical Technician (CST) with demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgeries, enabling them to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts from 0645 to 1915 on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Candidates must possess a minimum of 3 years of recent full-time experience as a CVOR CST in a high-volume hospital setting, with verified references from at least two prior travel assignments confirming no additional training was needed. Must be able to function independently in a fast-paced surgical environment and operate with minimal onboarding.
• Additional Information: Candidates applying to this order must have a proven ability to manage all aspects of cardiac, thoracic, and vascular procedures, including those requiring cardiopulmonary bypass. Because this position involves weekend coverage, participation in the call schedule is optional and at the discretion of the associate.

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 #1322022. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Operating Room Open Heart

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