Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Bangor, ME
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs
$2,176/weekOverview
- Start Date01/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your healthcare career as an Operating Room Technician (OR Tech) in Bangor, Maine (zip code 04401). Join a leading surgical team and play a vital role in patient safety and surgical excellence. This travel contract offers the opportunity to work in a supportive hospital environment in one of Maine's most vibrant communities, known for its beautiful parks and thriving arts scene.
Healthcare Job Details
- Location: Bangor, Maine (04401) – Maine healthcare jobs
- Assignment Type: Travel Operating Room Tech Contract
- Start Date: January 5, 2026
- End Date: April 6, 2026
- Duration: 13-week contract
- Shift: Day Shift (06:45 – 17:15) with call rotation
- Hours per Week: 40 guaranteed
- Shift Duration: 10 hours
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1810 - $1940
Operating Room Tech Qualifications
- Certificate or Diploma in Surgical Technology from an accredited Trade or Technical School
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – NBSTSA certification required
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced operating room environment
- Strong knowledge of sterile technique and surgical procedures
OR Tech Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms by ensuring all surgical supplies and equipment are ready and functioning
- Scrub, gown, and glove self, surgeons, and assistants for surgical procedures
- Perform instrument and supply counts with the circulator before surgery and incision closure
- Maintain sterile technique and assist in draping the sterile field during procedures
- Pass instruments, supplies, and equipment to the surgeon throughout operations
- Assist with terminal cleaning of the operating room and instrument sterilization
- Help orient and train new surgical technologists and students
- Contribute to a safe, effective, and patient-centered surgical environment
Apply now to join our healthcare team in Bangor, Maine and take the next step in your Operating Room Technician career!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
2 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare - PH Division
About Bangor, ME
As a travel nurse in Bangor, ME here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Bangor, ME is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 80°F, while in winter, average lows can drop to around 10°F.
- Residents experience distinct seasons, with warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Bangor, ME.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agencies or online rental platforms.
- Bangor is fairly car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Bangor, ME has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses during winter.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Bangor offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, including unique twists on lobster, Italian, Japanese, Indian, Mexican, and Thai.
- The city also features theater, dance, music, art, film, and a multitude of craft breweries.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, and scenic walks along the Penobscot River.
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