Job Summary
Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician — This contract position supports surgical procedures through proficient sterile technique, preparation of instruments and supplies, and adherence to surgical standards and practices. The role requires strong orthopedic and cesarean-section experience, sterile processing expertise, and the ability to adapt to variable case start times and on-call responsibilities.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shift consisting of four 10-hour shifts, with a minimum of 40 hours per week; start times are typically 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with variable starts as early as 6:30 a.m. or as late as 9:00 a.m., depending on scheduled cases.
- Required Qualifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) license; graduation from a certified surgical technologist program; an associate degree or certificate; at least 2 years of experience; strong orthopedic and cesarean-section experience; demonstrated sterile processing experience.
- Additional Information:
- On-call coverage is required 1–2 times per week from the end of the shift through 7:00 a.m. the following day.
- Call coverage is required every fourth weekend from Friday through 7:00 a.m. Monday.
- Holiday call may be required, although scheduled holiday shifts are not expected.
- Standard surgical supplies and instruments are used.
- Surgical technologists must demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and a strong work ethic.
- During flu season, individuals who decline influenza and COVID-19 vaccination must wear a mask at all times in accordance with organizational policy.
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
