Travel Operating Room Technologist - $1,700 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Irving, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Surgical Technologist Surgical Technician/Operating Room Tech Irving, TX. The Surgical Technologist supports the surgical team during operative procedures by preparing instruments, equipment, supplies, and the operating room environment. The position performs sterile technique, surgical counts, specimen handling, instrument decontamination, and other essential perioperative duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week; 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Assignment: 8-week temporary assignment beginning 11/16/2026 and ending 01/10/2027.
• Required Qualifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); completion of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)-accredited or other nationally accredited surgical technology program, or completion of formal military surgical technology training; minimum of 2 years of experience in a labor and delivery unit, excluding general operating room gynecological cases.
• Preferred Qualifications: Completion of a one-year operating room technician program; knowledge of infection prevention, regulatory sterilization standards, sterile and aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, and surgical equipment; strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Additional Information: Responsibilities include preparing the operating room and sterile instrument tables; verifying the functionality and completeness of instruments and supplies; performing surgical counts; anticipating the needs of the surgeon and surgical team; assisting with patient positioning, draping, dressings, and specimen handling; cleaning and decontaminating instruments; preparing equipment for sterilization; and following applicable infection control, perioperative practice, and workplace safety guidelines.

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 #1343973. 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 / Surgical Technician/Operating Rm Tech

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