Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Paducah, KY
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Advance your surgical career as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (OR Tech) with a 13-week travel contract in Paducah, Kentucky (zip code 42003). Join a leading orthopedic and general surgery team at a 300-bed hospital, offering top healthcare jobs in western Kentucky. Enjoy Paducah's vibrant arts scene and scenic riverfront while making a difference in patient care.

Operating Room Tech Job Details

• Assignment Type: Travel healthcare contract
• Location: Paducah, KY 42003 (Western Kentucky)
• Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 12/11/2025 – End: 3/12/2026)
• Shift: Day Shift, 5x8-hour shifts/week (06:30 – 15:00)
• Call: 1 night/week, every 3rd weekend
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend (approx. 6-7 weekends per contract)
• Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Setting: Orthopedic and General Surgery Operating Room (15 OR rooms)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2120 - $2180

Certified Surgical First Assistant Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CFA) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with strong orthopedic background
• Formal CST education required – must provide technical diploma from CST training (no on-the-job training accepted)
• Active CST and CSFA certification through NBSTSA
• Current BLS certification
• Experience with Epic charting system preferred
• Community hospital experience required
• Ability to float to different units as needed
• References: 2 required
• COVID-19 vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions allowed)

Operating Room Tech Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures including General Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Dental, GYN, Urology, Plastics, Neuro, Ortho/Spine, Vascular, and DaVinci Robotics
• Provide technical support for advanced procedures: CABG, valve replacements, aortic repairs, thoracotomies, and robotic surgeries
• Scrub and set up sterile fields, handle surgical instruments, and support surgeons during procedures
• Apply aseptic technique, assist with wound closure, tissue manipulation, and instrument processing
• Participate in call rotation and provide weekend coverage as scheduled
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including respiratory services, transportation, and unit secretaries
• Maintain accurate documentation using Epic (preferred)

Discover rewarding healthcare jobs in Kentucky and experience the charm of Paducah while working in a supportive hospital environment. Apply now to join our surgical team and advance your career as a Certified Surgical First Assistant!

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