Pediatric CVOR & General Surgical Technologist
Madison, WI
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Surgical Technologist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Specialty: Surgical Services
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Role primarily in CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) and general surgical cases: approximately 80% generalist cases and 20% CVOR cases.
• Work schedule: Day/Evening shifts, 8 or 10 hours, Monday through Friday (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) with weeknight, weekend, and holiday on-call requirements.
• Responsibilities include preparing the operating room, promoting patient safety during surgery, assisting surgeons, caring for patients and surgical instruments.
• Patient population includes all age groups: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Floating required: may be assigned to multiple units or locations depending on staffing needs.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of pediatric scrub experience or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong skills desired in Eyes, Urology, Neuro, and Orthopedics.

Education & Certification

• Completion of a surgical technologist program OR two years’ experience in a Surgical Technologist role may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association only).

Licensure & Compliance

• Traveler’s permanent address must be within 50 miles of the primary work site.
• Background checks and verifications required, including:

  • Criminal background check within 90 days prior to start.
  • Education verification if surgical technologist program completed.
  • State-specific caregiver screening (Wisconsin).
• Required certifications and competencies must be current and compliant with facility standards.

Required Certifications (as applicable)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - check unit description if required
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - check unit description if required
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - if applicable
• National certification for Surgical Tech preferred but not required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Proof of Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination (one adult dose required, 10-year update not mandatory).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol.
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titers required; medical or religious exemptions considered.
• Varicella vaccination or positive titer required; medical or religious exemptions considered.
• Hepatitis B vaccination series or documented declination required if providing direct patient care or exposure to blood/body fluids.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually during flu season.
• Drug screening required per facility and agency standards.

Additional Information

• Facility is a Magnet®-designated pediatric medical and surgical center with a Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU.
• Parking permit required if parking onsite; alternative transportation options available.
• Strict compliance with facility-specific testing and competency exams (e.g., telemetry tests for applicable roles).
• Signed acknowledgments for safety manuals and pass/fail testing may be required.

Summary

This travel contract position is ideal for a Surgical Technologist with at least 2 years of pediatric scrub experience, strong multi-specialty skills, and flexibility to float across units. The role involves a mix of general and CVOR cases with on-call responsibilities. Candidates must meet rigorous certification, immunization, and compliance requirements to work in this specialized pediatric surgical environment.