Certified Surgical Technologist
Boston, MA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical Technician

Location: Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• 36 hours per week
• 12-hour shifts

Required Credentials & Certifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification (NBSTSA or NCCT only)
• Professional license/certification primary source verification (MA Conditional Licenses not accepted)
• Fit Test for N95 respirator within 365 days of start date, updated annually
• Documentation of MMR vaccination or proof of immunity
• Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30) with no exemptions
• TB test documentation within 3 months of start date (skin test or blood test), updated if >6 month break
• Physician health statement within 365 days of start date, updated if >6 month break
• Criminal background checks including Massachusetts CORI, SSN trace, national sex offender check, and exclusion checks (all must be current and updated as required)
• Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city & state
• Two recent references (minimum one supervisor or above) in the skillset
• Skills checklist and candidate submission coversheet required for submission

Preferred / Optional Credentials

• Hepatitis B vaccination or proof of immunity (strongly preferred)
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years (preferred)
• Positive PPD with negative chest x-ray documentation if applicable
• TB symptom survey if positive PPD (optional)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Surgical Technician
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard industry expectations for CST roles (typically 1+ years)
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Additional Notes

• All credentials must be verified and up to date prior to onboarding
• No religious or medical exemptions allowed for required vaccines
• Fit testing cannot be performed onsite; must be completed prior to start date
• Background checks and verifications must be completed within specified timeframes before start date

This position is suitable for Certified Surgical Technicians seeking a 13-week long-term assignment with a reputable healthcare system in Massachusetts, offering a structured weekday schedule with 12-hour shifts.