Travel Contract

Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Asheville, NC
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,810/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

3% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Surgical Technologist pay in North Carolina

Estimated total pay

$1,810/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Description

Job Opportunity: CST/ORT - Travel Position

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

Specialty: CST/ORT (Certified Surgical Technologist / Operating Room Technician)
Employment Type: Travel
Facility Type: Large hospital with 815 beds, Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and pediatric emergency services
Scheduling: Variable schedule with call required
Floating: May float to other departments
Documentation System: Cerner
Scrubs provided by facility

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience in CST/ORT specialty
Must have a score of 3 or higher on Skills Checklist for Neuro, Ortho, and Vascular procedures
Broad surgical knowledge with experience in multiple service lines including:
- General surgery
- Gynecology (GYN)
- Robotics
- Neurosurgery
- Orthopedics
- Plastic surgery
- Urology
- Burn and trauma surgery
Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) required

Work Environment & Highlights

Recognized hospital with multiple awards including Magnet® Designation and high safety grades
Busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas
Only open heart and interventional cardiology program in the region
Patient ratio: 1:1
Scrubs provided by the facility

Additional Notes

No specific certifications beyond BLS required
Procedures performed on unit are variable
No explicit mention of prior travel experience requirement

This position is ideal for experienced CST/ORT professionals seeking a travel assignment in a highly regarded hospital with diverse surgical cases and advanced technology.

Employer

PRIDE Health

4.0rating(80 reviews)

49 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health

5.0rating

Pros

Rose Cano is the BEST recruiter. Always there for me me and answers all my questions, promptly. Lucky to have her.

Cons

I haven’t had an issue yet.

Recommends working with PRIDE Health

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Review of PRIDE Health on Nov 19, 2025

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.

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