Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

Newsandtribune; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scrubs provided by facility

First-time travelers accepted

Local candidates accepted

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital OR, requiring NBSTSA certification and 2+ years of experience.

Details include a 13-week assignment in Washington, DC with 3x12 shifts, weekend calls, and comprehensive benefits. Scrubs provided by the facility; first-time travelers accepted.

Qualifications

• NBSTSA certification required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required
• BLS certification preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Valid state license required at time of consideration (if applicable)
• Two supervisor references required for consideration

Skills

2+ years experience

BLS certification preferred

Education

NBSTSA certification

State license (if applicable)

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Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

Washington, District Of Columbia

Assignment Overview

Overview

Hot Job

Auto Offer

Posted 2 days ago

Shift

Days, 3x12hrs

Hours

36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Oct 5, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

Moderate

The facility is receiving a steady flow of submissions — a good time to get yours in

Description

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital OR, requiring NBSTSA certification and 2+ years of experience.

Details

• Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with 228 staffed beds
• Required case types include General, Ortho, Endo/Lap, GYN, and Robotics
• Preferred case experience in Spine/Joint, Urology, Vascular, Neuro, Thoracic, Bari, and ENT
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Weekend call required, 3 shifts per month (7a-3p, 3p-11p, or 11p-7a)
• On-call required, 2 weeknights per month (11p-7a)
• No floating within scope or to sister facilities required
• Uses SIS charting system

Requirements

• NBSTSA certification required
• BLS certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Valid state license required at time of consideration (if applicable)
• Two supervisor references required for consideration

Additional Information

• Support surgical procedures across a broad range of specialties in a high-acuity trauma teaching hospital
• Scrubs provided by facility
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted
• One RTO request permitted
• Previous employees must have a 1-year gap since last assignment to reapply
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 required

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

Overview

$1,700/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$22,106

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$88,424

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

$684/wk

Regular Hours

$19.00 x 36 hours/wk = $684

Weekly Stipends

$1,016/wk

Lodging

$77.21 x 7 days = $540

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$1,700/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,530 - $1,700. The $1,700 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

Facility

Facility details are only available for registered travelers.

Facility Information

Facility address requires login

Bed Count

--

Setting

--

--

--

EMR

--

Teaching Facility

--

American Traveler Benefits

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Day 1

Day 1

401k with match

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...and many more!

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Job ID: P-754521

$1,700/wk

Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

Washington, District Of Columbia

$1,700/wk

Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

Washington, District Of Columbia

Assignment Overview

Overview

Hot Job

Auto Offer

Posted 2 days ago

Shift

Days, 3x12hrs

Hours

36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Oct 5, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

Moderate

The facility is receiving a steady flow of submissions — a good time to get yours in

Description

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital OR, requiring NBSTSA certification and 2+ years of experience.

Details

• Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with 228 staffed beds
• Required case types include General, Ortho, Endo/Lap, GYN, and Robotics
• Preferred case experience in Spine/Joint, Urology, Vascular, Neuro, Thoracic, Bari, and ENT
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Weekend call required, 3 shifts per month (7a-3p, 3p-11p, or 11p-7a)
• On-call required, 2 weeknights per month (11p-7a)
• No floating within scope or to sister facilities required
• Uses SIS charting system

Requirements

• NBSTSA certification required
• BLS certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Valid state license required at time of consideration (if applicable)
• Two supervisor references required for consideration

Additional Information

• Support surgical procedures across a broad range of specialties in a high-acuity trauma teaching hospital
• Scrubs provided by facility
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted
• One RTO request permitted
• Previous employees must have a 1-year gap since last assignment to reapply
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-10 required

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

Overview

$1,700/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$22,106

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$88,424

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

$684/wk

Regular Hours

$19.00 x 36 hours/wk = $684

Weekly Stipends

$1,016/wk

Lodging

$77.21 x 7 days = $540

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$1,700/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,530 - $1,700. The $1,700 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

Facility

Facility details are only available for registered travelers.

Facility Information

Facility address requires login

Bed Count

--

Setting

--

--

--

EMR

--

Teaching Facility

--

American Traveler Benefits

View All

Health

Day 1

Day 1

401k with match

Opt In

...and many more!

View All

Why American Traveler?

Unmatched Support and Transparency

Your recruiter is your trusted partner, providing personalized guidance with full transparency.

Empowering Technology

Find jobs, self-apply, and manage your career with tools that put you in control.

Exceptional Pay and Benefits

Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits — designed with your success in mind.

Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise

Explore 1,000s of opportunities with the support of our 25+ years of experience guiding your success.