Travel Operating Room Technologist - $1,970 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Referral bonuses

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel Surgical Technician for a Cedar Rapids, Iowa assignment. The role supports orthopedic, total joint, and general surgery in a rotating 10-hour shift schedule, with 40 hours per week.

Experience with Mako and Rosa robotics is required or strongly preferred, DaVinci robotics a plus. The ideal candidate holds NBSTSA CST certification and BLS, has at least 36 months of CST experience, and is not a first-time traveler.

Qualifications

• NBSTSA CST certificate required
• BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross)
• Min. 36 months CST/Surgical Technician experience
• Proficient orthopedic experience including total joints
• Experience with Mako and/or Rosa robotics; DaVinci experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support orthopedic, total joint, and general surgery procedures in a rotating 10-hour shift
• Maintain proficiency with robotics platforms (Mako/Rosa; DaVinci preferred)
• Participate in call coverage including one night per week and up to one weekend per month

Skills

CST/Surgical Technician experience

Orthopedic surgery experience

Total joint procedures

General surgery experience

Mako robotics experience

Rosa robotics experience

DaVinci robotics experience

Education

NBSTSA CST certification

BLS certification

Tools

Mako robotics

Rosa robotics

DaVinci robotics

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician ORT. The Surgical Technician supports orthopedic, total joint, and general surgery procedures in a rotating-shift operating room environment. The role requires proficiency with Mako and/or Rosa robotics, with DaVinci robotics experience strongly preferred.

Job Details

• Required Qualifications: National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certificate; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; a minimum of 36 months of current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)/Surgical Technician experience; proficient orthopedic experience, including total joint procedures; general surgery experience; proficient experience with Mako and/or Rosa robotics; no first-time travelers.
• Preferred Qualifications: DaVinci robotics experience; professional reference or performance evaluation from a charge professional, supervisor, nurse manager, director, Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), or Chief Operating Officer (COO) within the past 24 months.
• Schedule: Rotating shifts with 10-hour shifts and a minimum of 40 hours per week. Call coverage includes one night per week and up to one weekend per month.
• Additional Information: Orientation dates are 11/23/2026 and 11/30/2026. Block scheduling requests are not accommodated. The position supports a 14-bed unit equipped with DaVinci Xi, Mako, and Rosa robotics.

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 #1344655. 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. 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