Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

Job Details

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with 5 years of experience for a night shift community hospital OR position.

Community hospital surgical services department
Night shift schedule of 4x10 hours from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM
Weekend rotation included in schedule
On-call requirements as part of assignment
1:1 patient ratio experience
Case types may include vascular, transplant, ophthalmology, spine, robotic, and cardiac procedures

CST certification through NBSTSA required
BLS certification from the AHA required
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
5 years of surgical technology experience required
Experience with vascular, transplant, ophthalmology, spine, robotic, or cardiac cases preferred
Trauma Level I or II experience preferred
Community hospital experience preferred
License required if applicable
Valid CA state license required

Assist in preparing for and during surgical procedures by performing routine and delegated duties according to department and hospital standards
Support quality patient care throughout the surgical process
Perform aseptic technique, instrument processing, and sterilization/disinfection procedures
Participate in specimen handling and labeling, wound care, and universal protocol time-out procedures
Utilize equipment such as electrosurgical units, case carts, cell savers, and fiber optic light sources
Adhere to isolation precautions, PPE protocols, laser safety, and radiation safety standards
First-time travelers are not preferred for this role
Returning staff or travelers must have a minimum 1-year separation before being eligible to return
Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
Local candidates accepted at local rate within a 50-mile radius
Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing