Travel Operating Room Technologist - $2,375 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Palo Alto (CA); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Zusammenfassung

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team on a 26-week travel assignment in California. You will prepare instruments, maintain sterile technique, and pass instruments during procedures. Rotating 10-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, with start ASAP.

Requires formal Surgical Technology program and BLS; certification is preferred. Travel benefits include housing options, health insurance, 401(k), and per diem; opportunity to gain experience across

Qualifikationen

• Completion of a formal, structured program in Surgical Technology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred: Certified Surgical Tech.

Aufgaben

• Anticipates surgeon and team needs by preparing and passing instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Prepares the surgical field and verifies materials and equipment are available and functioning.
• Maintains sterile technique and communicates breaks in technique or unsafe patient situations.
• Performs surgical counts of sharps, small items, instruments, and sponges with the circulating nurse.
• Handles specimens and medications according to established procedures.
• Provides patient care appropriate to age, culture, and developmental needs.
• Supports case setup, intraoperative patient care, and room cleaning after procedures.
• Communicates effectively with the surgical team and participates in continuing education.

Ausbildung

Formal Surgical Technology program

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Surgical Technician, Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician. The Surgical Technician supports the surgical team by preparing instruments, supplies, and equipment for procedures; maintaining sterile technique; and passing instruments during surgery. The role also includes surgical counts, specimen and medication handling, room turnover, and communication of safety concerns.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating 10-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Completion of a formal, structured program in Surgical Technology; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certified Surgical Tech certification.
• Additional Information:
  • Anticipates surgeon and surgical team needs by preparing and passing instruments, supplies, and equipment.
  • Prepares the surgical field and verifies that required materials and equipment are available and functioning.
  • Maintains sterile technique and promptly communicates any breaks in technique or unsafe patient situations.
  • Performs surgical counts of sharps, small items, instruments, and sponges with the circulating nurse.
  • Handles specimens and medications according to established procedures.
  • Provides patient care appropriate to age, culture, and developmental needs.
  • Applies knowledge of anatomy, physiology, surgical procedures, sterilization methods, and operating room safety practices.
  • Supports case setup, intraoperative patient care, and room cleaning following procedures.
  • Communicates effectively with the surgical team and contributes to professional growth through continuing education and feedback.

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 #1346588. 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