Travel Surgical Technician
Palo Alto, CA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs

Amergis Staffing is seeking experienced Surgical Technicians for 13-week assignments at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital (LPCH) in Palo Alto, CA. These roles support a top-ranked pediatric surgical environment with rotating day/night 10-hour shifts and variable scheduling. Candidates must have strong pediatric OR experience and open availability.

Position Overview

Surgical Technicians will support pediatric and obstetric surgical cases ranging from routine procedures to highly complex interventions. LPCH is a nationally recognized pediatric hospital associated with Stanford, offering a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and state-of-the-art surgical facilities.

Assignment Details

Modality: Surgical Technician Setting: Pediatric Hospital (LPCH – Stanford) Openings: 3 Schedule: Rotating Day/Night 10-Hour Shifts Hours: 40 hours per week Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: 08/03/2026 Interview: Required (onsite manager interview) Charting System: EPIC

Additional Role Insights

• Candidates must have open availability

• Pediatric OR experience required

• Orientation varies by modality; typically begins on-site Mondays with HealthStream modules

• First-day instructions provided after PM clearance

• LPCH treats patients ages 0–21, including trauma and complex surgical cases

• Located in beautiful Palo Alto, home to major technology and research institutions

Requirements

• OR Tech experience – Required

• Pediatric (PEDS) experience – Required

• BLS – Required

• Strong surgical competency and ability to work rotating shifts

Submission Must Include

• Resume

• Certifications (BLS, relevant OR Tech credentials)

• Start date availability

• Interview availability

• RTO (if any)

• Candidate contact information

Compensation

Travel Surgical Technician Hourly Pay: $35 Weekly Meals: $602 Weekly Housing: $1,337 Estimated Weekly Pay Package: $3,619

(Local pay rate not provided in this posting.)

Why Clinicians Choose Amergis

Amergis provides access to nationwide opportunities, competitive compensation, and dedicated recruiter support from submission through your final shift. Our team ensures a smooth onboarding process and consistent communication throughout your assignment.

How to Apply

Qualified Surgical Technicians with pediatric OR experience are encouraged to apply promptly. Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.

Contact: Tyler Figgis Email: Phone:

The Surgical Technician/Tissue Processing Technician is responsible for the sterilization of surgical equipment, arrange surgical equipment and adjust medical tools to ensure that the surgical devices are functioning properly.

Minimum Requirements:

• Surgical Technologist certification as applicable per state and/or client requirement
• One year experience as a Surgical Technician preferred (Tissue Processing Technologist – only) 
• Degree in biology related field which includes a degree / certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Must be at least 18 years of age  

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.