Travel Operating Room Technologist - $2,350 per week

Cross Country Healthcare, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a Travel Surgical Technician for a 13-week assignment in Tacoma, Washington. The role supports cardiovascular OR procedures, scrubs, and collaborates during about two cases per day.

Work is 10-hour days with on-call coverage, and the position requires BLS, cardiac experience, and willingness to participate in call duties. Compensation includes a competitive travel salary with housing options and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required.
• Crisis Protocol approval.
• At least two years of cardiac experience.
• Scrubbing experience with call coverage willingness.

Responsibilities

• Scrub in for cardiovascular operating room procedures.
• Participate in call coverage and respond within 30 minutes.
• Collaborate with OR team during approximately two cases per day.

Skills

Surgical Technician

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Tacoma, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Tacoma, Washington.

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, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician (ORT) Days. The surgical technician supports cardiovascular operating room procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting, transcatheter aortic valve replacement, and minimally invasive and open valve replacements. The role includes scrubbing responsibilities, participation in call coverage, and collaboration during approximately two cases per day.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 40 hours per week, including weekday, weekend, and holiday call coverage. At least 10 call shifts are required within a six-week schedule, with a 30-minute call response time.
• Required Qualifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Crisis Protocol approval; at least two years of cardiac experience; scrubbing experience; willingness to participate in required call coverage.
• Additional Information: Supports cardiovascular operating room procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting, transcatheter aortic valve replacement, and minimally invasive and open valve replacements. Unit-specific orientation is provided, and scrubs are provided. Cancellation may be permitted for up to four shifts during a 13-week assignment or three shifts for assignments shorter than 13 weeks.

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 #1345229. 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