Job Title: Certified Surgical Technologist
Location: Watertown, NY
Job Type: Contract – Traveler
Duration: 16 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Evening Shift | 11:00 AM–7:30 PM | 8-Hour Shift
Local Candidates Required: No
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes (Previous Travel Assignment Experience Required)
Radius Requirement: 100-Mile Radius Rule
Pay Rate: $1,780–$1,880/week
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgical procedures in a hospital operating room. The ideal candidate will have orthopedic surgical experience, hands-on scrubbing experience, and proficiency with the Da Vinci robotic surgical system.
Required Qualifications
Active Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification.
Completion of an accredited Certified Surgical Technologist program.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Previous travel assignment experience required.
Orthopedic (Ortho) surgical experience required.
Hands-on surgical scrubbing experience required.
Experience with the Da Vinci robotic surgical system required.
Knowledge of cleaning, sterilization, and disinfection of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
Ability to work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Strong technical, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Availability for weekends, on-call coverage, and holidays as required.
Ability to arrive at the facility within 30 minutes of being called in.
Must comply with the 100-mile radius rule.
Responsibilities
Assist with surgical patient preparation and routine delegated duties in accordance with hospital and departmental standards.
Perform surgical scrub duties and maintain the sterile field during procedures.
Assist surgeons and operating room personnel during orthopedic and Da Vinci robotic-assisted surgeries.
Prepare, organize, and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies before, during, and after procedures.
Ensure surgical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, disinfected, and functioning safely.
Maintain a sterile operating room environment and follow infection prevention and control protocols.
Respond promptly to surgical team requirements and changing situations during procedures.
Follow established safety protocols and departmental policies to promote patient safety and quality of care.
Assist with departmental duties and other related responsibilities as assigned.
Precept and train new staff members when required.
Participate in weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage as required.
Respond to call-ins and arrive at the facility within 30 minutes of notification.