Travel Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - $48 to $52 per hour in Kearney, NE

Certified Surgical Technologist

Location: Kearney, NE

Agency: United Health Care Staffing

Pay: $48 to $52 per hour

Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified CST in Kearney, Nebraska, 68845!

Surgical Technologist | Kearney, NE | 13 Weeks Contract

Join a dedicated surgical services team where your technical expertise, precision, and commitment to patient safety help deliver exceptional surgical outcomes. We’re seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to support a variety of surgical procedures in Kearney, NE. If you thrive in a fast-paced operating room environment and enjoy being an essential part of the surgical team, this travel opportunity is for you!

Job Details

• Position: Surgical Technologist
• Location: Kearney
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Night Shift
• Schedule: 3×12
• Experience Required: 2 Years
• Pay Rate: $48 to $52 per hour

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms with sterile instruments, surgical equipment, and supplies before surgical procedures
• Maintain a sterile field throughout operations using strict aseptic techniques
• Assist surgeons by passing instruments, sutures, sponges, and other surgical supplies during procedures
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team to ensure efficient workflow and patient safety
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts before, during, and after surgical procedures
• Prepare specialty equipment and instruments for various surgical specialties
• Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, and safe transfers before and after surgery
• Handle, label, and transport surgical specimens according to facility protocols
• Clean, restock, and prepare operating rooms between surgical cases
• Follow infection prevention, sterilization, and patient safety standards at all times
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, registered nurses, and perioperative staff to provide exceptional surgical care

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential preferred or required by facility policy
• Minimum 2 years of recent Surgical Technologist experience in an acute care hospital
• Current BLS Certification required
• Experience assisting with multiple surgical specialties preferred
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Ability to remain calm and efficient during routine and emergency surgical procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Ability to stand for extended periods and actively participate throughout surgical procedures

About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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