Job Summary
Surgical Technician/Operating Room Tech, ORT — Located in a healthcare facility. This role involves assisting during surgical procedures by preparing instruments, supplies, and equipment, and supporting surgeons to ensure smooth operation flow. The position emphasizes adherence to aseptic techniques, safety protocols, and efficient OR turnover.
Job Details
- Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: High school diploma or GED, current basic life support certification, 0.0 years minimum experience required, and must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.
- Responsibilities include preparing for surgical procedures, anticipating surgeon needs, passing instruments, retraction, and operating equipment during surgery. Ensures accurate surgeon preference cards and assists with OR turnover, stocking, and cleaning. Participates in emergency call rotation and follows safety procedures including infection control, specimen handling, and sharps disposal.
- Additional information: The candidate must have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a surgical technologist or operating room technician, with prior travel experience preferred. The position involves working at a large Level I Trauma center, with a schedule from 6:45 am to 7:15 pm, including trauma call shifts during evenings and weekends.
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
