Travel Surgical Technologist

Newsandtribune; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay and bonuses

Insurance from Day 1

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll

Free CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Surgical Technologist (Surg Tech CST) for an immediate opening. Travelers receive a highly competitive pay and benefits package and dedicated client service.

As part of the surgical care team, CSTs prep patients, assist during procedures, maintain aseptic technique, and help manage instruments and OR supplies. NBSTSA certification is recommended and a BLS card is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of recent experience in surgical settings.
• NBSTSA certification strongly recommended.
• Valid CST license or registration as required by state.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Professional references.
• Additional job-specific requirements will be provided by Recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Assist during surgery by preparing patient and equipment.
• Transfer patients to and from the operating room.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain aseptic technique; manage OR inventory.

Skills

Experience

NBSTSA

License/Registration

BLS

References

Job description

American Traveler has an immediate opening for a Surgical Technologist (Surg Tech CST) job in Lexington, Kentucky. travelers who work with us receive a highly competitive pay and benefits package. You'll enjoy the personalized client service that has earned us high ratings from travelers nationwide -- and the security that comes from working with an established, Joint Commission-certified agency.

More about traveling in Kentucky:Kentucky travel assignments allow you to explore miles of mountains, freshwater lakes and timbered forest. Louisville is one of the great cities of the south, but you'll want to see all of KY once you're there.

Job ID: P-752982

Requirements

• 1+ year of recent experience in this setting
• National Certification, certification by the NBSTSA highly recommended
• Valid Surgical Technologist license or registration if required by this state
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Professional References
• Additional job specific requirements will be provided by your Recruiter

Responsibilities

CSTs form an important part of the surgical care team. They are responsible for patient transfers to and from the OR, situating patients on the operating table, prepping them for surgery, and assisting the physician during surgery. Additionally, surgical techs are trained in aseptic technique and are tasked with cleaning and sterilizing the OR and surgical instruments. Some operating room technicians may even manage the surgical supply inventory and place orders to ensure that surgeons have all the necessary tools and materials. CSTs can choose to specialize in particular case types and can select their clinical setting, as they are readily employable in acute care hospitals and outpatient surgery centers.

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-752982

Open Positions: 1