Travel Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) job in Oakland, CA - Make $2,103 - $2,333/week

Aya Healthcare; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 95,686 - 106,151; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) match

Paid company housing or housing stipend

Unlimited continuing education units

Paid sick time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing company in Oakland, CA is seeking a Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech. This position requires at least 1 year of experience and includes a competitive pay range of $2103 to $2333 weekly. Responsibilities include assisting in surgical procedures and managing instruments. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid sick time from day one. Join a team dedicated to building your dream healthcare career in an acute care hospital setting.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience required.
• BLS certification necessary.
• Familiarity with various surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures as a Certified OR Tech.
• Manage and maintain surgical instruments.
• Ensure patient safety during procedures.

Skills

General OR

Carotid Endarterectomy

Laparoscopic assisted gynecological procedures

Aseptic Technique

Fire Safety

Specimen Handling/labeling

Education

BLS Certification

Tools

Epic

Job description

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) in Oakland, CA.

We’ll work with you to build the healthcare career of your dreams. Whether you want a job close to home or across the country, we’ve got you.

Job Details

• Profession: Surgical Services
• Pay: $2103.00 to $2333.00 weekly
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Days
• Schedule: 3, 12-Hour 07:00 - 19:30
• Openings: 1
• Start Date: 02/09/2026
• Charting System: Epic

Requirements

• Experience: 1 Year
• Required Certifications & Skills
• Skills: General OR, Carotid Endarterectomy, Abdominal hysterectomy, Anterior/Posterior Repair (Colporrhaphy), Dilation & Curettage, Laparoscopic assisted gynecological procedures, Vaginal Hysterectomy, Fire Safety, Care of scopes & fiber optic equipment, Drills (multiple types), Electrosurgical units, Fiber optic light sources/cords, Aseptic Technique, Isolation Precautions, Laser Safety, Radiation Safety, Sharps Safety, Specimen Handling/labeling, Universal Protocol (Time out) Procedure, Endovascular Aortic Repair (EVAR), Endovascular Aneurysm Repair, TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair), Endoscopic sinus procedures, Laparoscopic assisted cases, Radical neck dissection, Tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy, Tracheostomy, Bronchoscopy, Colonoscopy, EGD, Laparoscopic assisted cases, Peg tube placement/exchange, Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy, Colon resection - Open/LAP, Hernia repair inguinal/umbilical, Laparoscopic assisted procedures, Thyroidectomy partial/total, Whipple, Arthroscopy, Closed/Open reduction of fractures, Laminectomy/discectomy, Spinal Fusion, Total knee replacement, Total hip replacement, Abdominoplasty, Breast augmentation, Free Flap - Microvascular, Laparoscopic assisted cases, Mastectomy with tram flap reconstruction, Ankle fusion, Bunionectomy, Cystoscopy, Laparoscopic assisted cases, Nephrectomy, Prostatectomy, Transurethral resection of the prostate
• Certifications: BLS

Facility & Unit Information

• Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
• Facility Bed Count: 434

Aya Delivers:

• The most jobs in the industry. We have the largest and most reliable job database, which means the jobs see are open, updated in real time and ready for you!
• Competitive advantage over other agencies. Front-of-the-line access through our direct facility relationships — many with quick (even same-day) offers, giving you the best chance of securing your ideal opportunity.
• Expedited licensing and streamlined compliance. An industry-leading on-time start rate and strong relationships with boards of nursing across the country to accelerate the process in all 50 states.
• Expert career guidance. A dedicated recruiter to help you achieve your dream career. Travel, per diem, permanent — we have the reach and access to get you the jobs you want, and the expertise to help you realize your long-term goals.
• A best-in-class support system and an exceptional experience. Enjoy accurate, weekly pay, and an entire team dedicated to your happiness on assignment, 24/7.

Plus, you get everything you expect from the largest healthcare staffing company in the industry:

• Exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment. Want to take time off? Keep insurance coverage for up to 24 Days between assignments.
• A generous 401(k) match.
• Paid company housing (we’ll help you bring your pets along, too!) or a generous housing stipend, if eligible.
• Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Aya’s general sick leave policy is that employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. However, to the extent any provisions of the statement above conflict with any applicable paid sick leave laws, the applicable paid sick leave laws are controlling.
• Access to unlimited continuing education units online.Licensure, relocation and other reimbursements, when applicable.
• Pay listed above includes taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.

Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer and welcomes all to apply.