Travel Operating Room Technologist - $1,800 per week

Cross Country Nurses; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel Surgical Technician for a 13-week assignment in San Luis Obispo, California. The role supports operating room procedures, maintains sterile fields, prepares supplies, and assists with patient transport and case readiness.

You will rotate 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, with a start date of 12/07/2026. Requirements include OR experience or Surgical Technician training, BLS/CPR, and a team-focused, safety-conscious approach.

Qualifications

• Six months of operating room experience or completion of a Surgical Technician course.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor.
• CPR certification or BLS certification from an approved vendor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and verify supplies, equipment, instrumentation and sterile fields before procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique and assist with instrument counts with RN.
• Pass instruments and medications and assist with patient transport and case readiness.
• Label solutions and maintain clean, organized operating room environment.
• Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned and comply with vaccination policies.

Skills

Sterile technique

OR support

BLS certified

CPR certified

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Surgical Technician certificate

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in San Luis Obispo, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in San Luis Obispo, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Surgical Technician, Operating Room San Luis Obispo, California. Supports surgical procedures by preparing supplies and equipment, establishing and maintaining sterile fields, passing instruments and medications, and assisting with patient transport and operative case readiness. The role also performs instrument, sponge, needle, and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN), maintains aseptic technique, and supports operating room cleanliness and organization.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week; weekday evening shifts from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM may apply. No call required.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Six months of operating room experience or completion of a Surgical Technician course.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor.
  • High school education, General Educational Development (GED), or equivalent preferred.
  • Associate or technical degree, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience, preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Surgical Technician certification.
  • Three or more years of experience preferred.
  • Experience in orthopedic, neurological, and general surgical procedures.
• Additional Information:
  • Prepares and verifies supplies, equipment, instrumentation, and sterile fields before surgical procedures.
  • Maintains accurate counts of instruments, sponges, needles, and blades with the Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Labels solutions according to established standards and maintains careful attention to aseptic technique.
  • Cleans equipment and facilities, performs housekeeping duties, and maintains supply inventory.
  • Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities.
  • Performs clerical and other job-related duties as assigned.
  • Required vaccinations may be a condition of employment, with applicable medical and religious exemptions.

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 #1348399. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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