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Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CSTAmerican Traveler Espanola, New Mexico, United States Position status: Open
Assignment type: travel
Shift: DaysLength (weeks): 13
Openings: 2Start date: 2026-11-09$1,902.86/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)
Description: American Traveler is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for a hospital Operating Room requiring two years of large OR experience. Details Hospital Operating Room setting10-hour day shifts from 0630-1700, 5 days per week, 40 hours weekly Floating between departments and/or local facilities within 20 miles is required Epic EMR experience preferred but not required, on-site training available
Requirements: Minimum of 2 years of current experience in a large OR setting requiredHS Diploma or GED required, along with completion of a Surgical Technician training program or graduation from an accredited school Certified Surgical Technician credential from NBSTSA or NCCT plus 10 years of experience accepted in lieu of program completionBLS certification required through American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red CrossCST certification through NBSTSA or Tech in Surgery certification through NCCT preferred Ortho, ENT, and/or vascular surgery experience a plus License required if applicable Strong teamwork skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Additional Information:
  • Prepare and provide instruments and equipment during surgical procedures under the supervision of the surgeon
  • Perform instrument, sponge, and needle counts before and throughout procedures
  • Maintain the sterile field and adhere to aseptic technique and safety protocols
  • Prepare patient skin for surgical treatment and assist with patient positioning and repositioning during surgery
  • Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase and help monitor patients during surgery
  • Ensure specimens are correctly handled and routed appropriately
  • Maintain current knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and intraoperative medications
  • Stay current with developments in the field through continuing education
  • Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible
  • Former Presbyterian Health Services perm staff must wait one year before being eligible as a traveler

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