Travel Operating Room Technologist - $1,790 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses in Sonora, California is seeking a Travel Surgical Technician for a 13-week assignment in the OR, with 40 hours per week and 10-hour shifts.

You will prepare sterile fields, pass instruments, and support the surgical team in a busy operating room, with CPR/BLS and appropriate credentials preferred.

Benefits include private housing or housing allowance, comprehensive health insurance, travel reimbursement, 401(k) and CE credits.

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED required; Associates or Technical Degree preferred.
• Scrub technician experience and operating room experience or training are preferred.
• Certification as a Surgery Technician is preferred. Must have CPR or BLS certification from an approved vendor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for surgical cases by checking supplies and equipment.
• Assemble operative instrumentation and sterile fields; maintain aseptic technique.
• Document surgical data and assist the team during procedures.

Skills

Surgical Technician

CPR/BLS certification

Patient safety

Education

High School or GED

Associates or Technical Degree preferred

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Sonora, California.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary:
Surgical Technician / Operating Room Technician in the OR (Operating Room) specialty, located in an area known for its friendly community and outdoor recreational opportunities. This position involves assisting the surgical team by preparing and maintaining sterile fields, passing instruments, and supporting various technical tasks during surgical procedures in a busy operating room environment.

Job Details:

• Shift Schedule: Rotating shift, 10 hours per day, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: High School Education or GED required; Associates or Technical Degree preferred. Scrub technician experience and operating room experience or training are preferred. Certification as a Surgery Technician is preferred. Must have Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred. AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS certifications are required.
• Essential Functions: Prepare for surgical cases by checking supplies and equipment, assemble operative instrumentation and sterile fields, review equipment inventory, set up and maintain sterile fields, accurately document surgical data, clean and transport equipment and patients, perform clerical and housekeeping duties, and ensure aseptic techniques are followed during procedures. Complete instrument, sponge, needle, and blade counts according to standards. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Schedule: Rotating shift with 10-hour days, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• End Date: 01/10/2027
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in OR or surgical technician roles required; no minimum experience required for other qualifications.

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

Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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