Travel Operating Room Surgical Technologist - $1,640 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Tillamook (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Referral bonus

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a 13-week assignment in Tillamook, Oregon. The role supports invasive, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures with focus on sterile technique and instrument handling.

The position requires an Associate degree or surgical tech certificate, and preferred NBSTSA/AST certification plus CPR/BLS. Rotating 12-hour shifts, 36 hours weekly, travel housing or allowance provided.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in Surgical Technology.
• NBSTSA or AST certification preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates procedures by passing instruments and maintaining sterile field.
• Assists surgical team before, during, and after procedures.
• Ensures patient safety and prepares the room between cases.
• Verifies consent forms and assists in room turnover.

Skills

Sterile technique

Operating room support

Patient care

Education

Associate degree or surgical tech cert

Certification (NBSTSA or AST) preferred

CPR/BLS certification preferred

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Tillamook, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician (ORT) Located off the scenic Oregon Coast, this healthcare organization seeks a dedicated surgical technician to facilitate invasive, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures. The position involves handling instruments and supplies, ensuring sterile field maintenance, and supporting the surgical team during operative procedures.

Job Details

• Position Description: Facilitates physicians performance of invasive, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures. Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during surgeries. Ensures quality patient care during procedures and maintains sterile fields.
• Qualifications: Associate Degree or Certificate of Program Completion in Surgical Technology; relevant acute care experience preferred; certification from the National Board of Surgical Technologists or Association of Surgical Technologists is preferred; CPR or BLS certification from an approved vendor is preferred.
• Responsibilities: Verifies surgery with consent forms, brings patient to the operating room, passes instruments, anticipates surgeon needs, performs counts, prepares sterile dressings, secures dressings, checks supplies and equipment, sets up sterile fields, helps drape, cleans and prepares instruments for sterilization, assists in room turnover, and preps the room for the next patient.
• Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.

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 #1312414. 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: Operating Room Tech / Surgical Technician/Operating Rm Tech

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