Travel CST: Vascular Surgical Tech (26-Week)

American Traveler; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay bonuses

Insurance from day 1

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll deposit

Free CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist with vascular experience for a hospital Surgical Services department position.

The role covers a 26-week contract with a Monday–Friday schedule, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, and call every other day and weekend. Responsibilities include assisting with vascular cases, maintaining sterile technique, and coordinating with the OR team to ensure patient safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist.
• BLS certification required.
• NBSTSA CST or TS-C required; license if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital Surgical Services department with 15 OR suites including hybrid and cardiothoracic rooms.
• Act as primary scrub or assistant for operative procedures.
• Prepare instruments and supplies, maintain sterile field during setup.
• Pass instruments and assist physicians during cases under direct supervision.
• Perform counts and collaborate with circulating nurse during procedures.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping.
• Complete post-case cleanup and transport to Central Sterile Processing.
• Ensure the surgical suite is disinfected and restocked for next case.

Skills

Surgical Technologist experience

BLS certification

Education

Technical Diploma in Surgical Technology

Tools

Sterile processing

Job description

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist with vascular experience for a hospital Surgical Services department position.

The role covers a 26-week contract with a Monday–Friday schedule, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, and call every other day and weekend. Responsibilities include assisting with vascular cases, maintaining sterile technique, and coordinating with the OR team to ensure patient safety.