Travel Operating Room Technologist - $2,210 per week

Cross Country Healthcare, Inc.; Fairfield (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

401k plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses invites you to join a travel Surgical Technician assignment in Fairfield, Iowa. You will support the operating room team with surgical tech functions and patient care in a full-time, 40-hour week schedule.

This role includes a 13-week duration with a start date of 11/09/2026, daytime shifts, and occasional on-call coverage. Travel benefits and housing options may be provided, along with comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program meeting core curriculum.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required.
• BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgical technician functions in the operating room and assist in patient care.
• Adhere to departmental standards, policies, and safety protocols.
• Support day-to-day workflow with scheduled 8-hour shifts and on-call as needed.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Patient Care

Education

CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

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

Job Summary

Surgical Technician/Operating Room Tech. This position performs surgical technician functions in the surgical area and provides patient care in accordance with departmental standards and policies. The role follows a full-time weekday schedule with occasional evening call.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per shift, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Successful completion of a Surgical Technology program meeting the minimum requirements defined in the core curriculum and accredited by CAAHEP; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Surgical technician experience preferred.
• Additional Information: Responsibilities include performing surgical technician functions and providing patient care in the surgical area. The MondayFriday schedule runs from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with occasional call coverage until 7:00 p.m.; overnight call and weekend shifts are not required.

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 #1340491. 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.

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