Description

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with 5 years of experience for a night shift community hospital OR position.

Details

• Community hospital surgical services department
• Night shift schedule of 4x10 hours from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Weekend rotation included in schedule
• On-call requirements as part of assignment
• 1:1 patient ratio experience
• Case types may include vascular, transplant, ophthalmology, spine, robotic, and cardiac procedures

Requirements

• CST certification through NBSTSA required
• BLS certification from the AHA required
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• 5 years of surgical technology experience required
• Experience with vascular, transplant, ophthalmology, spine, robotic, or cardiac cases preferred
• Trauma Level I or II experience preferred
• Community hospital experience preferred
• License required if applicable
• Valid CA state license required

Additional Information

• Assist in preparing for and during surgical procedures by performing routine and delegated duties according to department and hospital standards
• Support quality patient care throughout the surgical process
• Perform aseptic technique, instrument processing, and sterilization/disinfection procedures
• Participate in specimen handling and labeling, wound care, and universal protocol time-out procedures
• Utilize equipment such as electrosurgical units, case carts, cell savers, and fiber optic light sources
• Adhere to isolation precautions, PPE protocols, laser safety, and radiation safety standards
• First-time travelers are not preferred for this role
• Returning staff or travelers must have a minimum 1-year separation before being eligible to return
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
• Local candidates accepted at local rate within a 50-mile radius
• Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing