Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CSTAmerican TravelerSacramento, California, United StatesPosition ID: P-767506Position status: OpenAssignment type: travelShift: DaysLength (weeks): 13Openings: 1Start date: 2026-11-16T00:00:00.000Z$2,005.83/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)DescriptionAmerican Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist for a hospital surgical services position with general OR and specialty surgical experience.DetailsHospital surgical services department performing a wide range of procedures including general, vascular, ENT, gynecology, neuro, ortho, robotic, thoracic, and urology surgeriesDay shift, 5x8-hour schedule, 10:30 AM to 7:00 PMMay occasionally float to HOPD (ASC) on the same campusCall required approximately 4-5 days per month, including weekends13-week assignment lengthRequirementsBLS certification requiredCST certification required (NBSTSA); license required if applicableMinimum of 1 year of recent relevant surgical technology experienceHS Diploma or GED requiredGraduate of an accredited surgical technology program or military-trained scrub techGeneral knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, and equipmentBasic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminologyStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environmentAdditional InformationAssist surgeons in a variety of surgical procedures to ensure quality patient careEstablish and maintain sterile fields, including sterile tables, tools, and patient drapingSelect, prepare, and inspect necessary supplies and equipment for each procedureMaintain a clean and safe operating room environment before and after proceduresMay perform clerical duties such as updating electronic health records and managing supply inventoryMaintain confidentiality of patient health information in compliance with regulatory standardsFollow safety protocols including fire safety, laser safety, radiation safety, and sharps safetyPractice aseptic technique and proper specimen handling and labelingParticipate in Universal Protocol (time-out) proceduresAccepts local candidates at a local rate50-mile radius rule appliesFormer employees must have a 1-year separation before returning as a travelerMaximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request permitted per contractHours per week: 40Hours per shift: 8