Travel Operating Room First Assistant Technician - $1,505 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel First Assist Technician for a travel job in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary:
Operating Room (First Assistant) specialist position in a healthcare facility located in the region. The role involves providing surgical assistance within the operating room setting, supporting various types of cases including general, orthopedic, neuroscience, robotics, spine, urology, and ENT procedures. The position offers a dynamic environment for experienced professionals seeking a comprehensive assignment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, starting at 6:30 a.m., with call responsibilities. Total call hours estimated at approximately 120 hours per contract, scheduled by the clinician within the weekday and weekend options.
• Required Qualifications: Valid BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA), Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with general, neuro, and robotics cases is highly desirable.
• Float: Float: Float rotation may be required within Zone 1, including PEN, SFH, SFI, SMC, and STMS.
• Additional Information: Clinicians must be prepared for a week of orientation prior to assignment commencement. The facility allows self-scheduling for call and shift coverage, with a requirement of approximately 36 hours minimum per week. A weekend shift is required every 6 weeks. The unit employs EPIC for charting and supports a scrubs dress code.
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• End Date: 01/11/2027
• Licensing: License submission required. No trauma level specified.

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 #1321651. 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: Surgical First Assist

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