Travel OR Tech, Surg Tech - Palmer, AK

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Surgical Technologist, Operating Room (Day Shift) in Palmer, Alaska.

Location

Palmer, AK

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Days, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, 10 hours with rotating weekday off. Call required, no floating, and there are blackout periods for RTO during the week of Thanksgiving and Christmas with a maximum RTO of 2 weeks.

Job Description

The Surgical Technologist will be responsible for preparing the operating room, ensuring a sterile field, and setting up surgical equipment, supplies, and solutions for various surgical procedures. The role includes assisting with the passing of instruments, fluids, and managing surgical equipment, ensuring the sterile field is maintained, and performing counts of sponges and supplies to prevent retained objects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room, including equipment and supplies.
• Assist with surgical procedures by passing instruments and managing equipment.
• Maintain a sterile field throughout the procedures.
• Count sponges and supplies during surgery to prevent retained objects.

Required Experience

• 3+ years of experience as a Surgical Technologist.
• Experience in orthopedics, general surgery, spine, vascular, urology, and OB procedures.
• Robot experience with DaVinci, Mako, and Globus systems preferred.

Certifications/Licensure

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist from a CAAHEP-accredited program or other recognized surgical technology program.
• National Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination certification is preferred.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.