Travel Surgical Technologist - $2,465 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel Surgical Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Iowa City, IA. The role supports surgical teams in a hospital setting with 10-hour days, 40 hours per week, and a start date of 10/12/2026.

Responsibilities include maintaining sterile technique, assisting during procedures, and scrub/transplant capabilities as required. Benefits include travel housing, health insurance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Required: Certified Operating Room Technician certification, high school diploma or equivalent, current state licensure if applicable, and 0+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support surgical teams in a hospital setting and maintain sterile techniques.
• Assist during various surgical procedures as part of the OR team.
• Scrub for transplant procedures and work with urology-related cases as needed.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Education

Certified Operating Room Technician

State licensure (if applicable)

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Iowa City, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Certified Operating Room Technician (OR TECH) is needed for a healthcare organization in a day shift setting. This position involves supporting surgical teams in a hospital environment, ensuring sterile techniques are maintained, and assisting during various surgical procedures. The assignment offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic surgical team in a reputable facility.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 10-hour shift, mainly weekdays, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. The start date is 10/12/2026, and the assignment ends on 01/18/2027.
• Required Qualifications: Certified Operating Room Technician certification, high school diploma or equivalent, current state licensure if applicable, and 0+ years of relevant experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Strong skills in Urology and Transplant surgeries, familiarity with scrub techniques for transplant procedures, and the ability to adapt to high-acuity surgical environments.
• Additional Information: Must have OR TECH SKILLS CHECKLIST and have STRONG SKILLS in Urology and Transplant for Kidney, Liver, or Pancreas surgeries. Candidates must be able to scrub during transplant procedures. The start date is flexible to any Monday. This position requires scrub transplant skills and the ability to work a 10-hour daytime shift, with possible weekend rotation and call responsibilities.

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 #1318701. 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 / Certified Operating Room 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