Ambulatory OR Certified Surgical Technologist
Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Ambulatory OR CST - Surgical Services

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Ambulatory Operating Room Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
• Shift Options:

  • 3 shifts of 12 hours (6:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
  • 4 shifts of 10 hours (6:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
  • One late week per 4 weeks to complete cases
• Weekend Requirement: No weekends required
• On-call: No
• Floating: Possible floating within Perioperative facility within scope
• Block Scheduling: At manager's discretion
• Number of ORs: 9
• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
• Certifications Required:

  • NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Radiation badge provided by parent company (if applicable)
• Experience Preferred In: Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, ENT, Gynecology, Genitourinary, Endocrine, Surgical Oncology
• First-timers: Not accepted
• Locals Accepted: Yes, within 60 miles radius
• Guaranteed Hours: Traveler may be called off up to 10 hours per 2-week period
• Precepting: May be required to precept a care team member in the OR
• Hurricane Season Notice:

  • June through November (peak in August and September)
  • All employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time
  • Travelers should avoid confirming new or extended assignments during hurricane season if this is a concern

Required Documentation & Compliance

Licensure & Certifications

• State License: South Carolina RN license or compact license required

  • Temporary "walk-through" license option available for eligible candidates (24-48 business hours processing)
  • All licensure hits must be approved by facility
• NURSYS Verification: Required for all RNs and LPNs/LVNs
• Radiation Badge: Required for CSTs and certain other specialties; must be obtained before starting clinical work
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, required for specific units
  • BLS - AHA or ARC only, required for all clinical staff
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required for pediatric units except Peds OR; preferred for Peds OR
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/AAP only, full eCard with QR code required
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - Required as applicable, not required for ER RNs
  • CHEMO certification - Required only for Oncology Hospital Unit
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - AWHONN or NCC acceptable
  • IV Therapy Certification - Required for select LPNs
  • NIH Stroke Certification - Required for ER and as applicable
  • Tech Certification Verification - Required for Medical Assistants, Phlebotomists, Ultrasound Techs, Pathology Assistants, MLTs, etc.
• Competency Exams: Required, including medication/pharmacology competency and OR competency exams (Peds OR candidates without pediatric experience may use regular OR competency)
• Color Blind Testing: Required prior to start

Background Checks & Verifications

• Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if needed
• State-specific search for South Carolina Medicaid Excluded Providers
• Work history verification of last 3 clinical employers

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and annual physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit Mask Test: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask models required)
• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form required
  • COVID-19 vaccines highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30), or medical/religious exemption accepted (no declinations)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series required; boosters may be needed for low titers
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
• TB Testing: Negative T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days of start; annual TB questionnaire required
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start; no instant tests accepted
• CBC and Biochem Panel: Required for Sterile Processing Techs due to chemical exposure risk

Facility Specific Requirements

• Orientation Modules: Must be completed prior to start; estimated 2 hours on average
• Photo for Badge: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background, frontal view, business casual attire, no hats or sunglasses
• Physical Assessment for Sterile Processors: Required for Sterile Processing Techs, completed by licensed provider within 1 year of start
• Radiation Badge Process: Must be initiated and received before starting clinical work; may take 5-7 days to process

Additional Notes

• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with application and approved based on facility needs
• Travelers may be called off up to 10 hours per 2-week period
• Facility may assign emergency response duties during hurricane season
• Locals within 60 miles are accepted for this position
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this role

This position is ideal for experienced CSTs with at least 2 years of OR experience, holding required certifications, and comfortable with the specified shift patterns and facility requirements.