Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Surgical Technologist – 13-week Main OR contract in Charleston, SC. Competitive pay $1,120–$1,200/week. Join a Magnet-designated Level I Trauma Center and advance your surgical tech career in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Details – Surgical Tech / OR Tech (Charleston, SC)

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,120 – $1,200
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 27, 2026 – July 27, 2026)
• Location: Charleston, SC (South Carolina) – Main Operating Room, Teaching Facility, Level I Trauma Center
• Shift: Day shift, 3x12-hour (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Call: Up to 4 call shifts per month (end of shift to 7:00 AM)
• Weekend Coverage: Minimum 1 weekend shift per month
• Charting / EMR: EPIC experience preferred
• Scrubs / Parking: Scrub color provided; convenient garage parking for a one-time $20 registration
• Role Type: Travel Surgical Tech / Travel Surgical Technologist – ideal for OR techs seeking travel healthcare jobs in Charleston

Job Requirements – Surgical Technologist Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Surgical Tech (first-timers accepted)
• NBSTSA certification required (MUSC does NOT accept NCCT)
• BLS certification required
• Radiation badge required (must be provided by agency)
• Experience with Neuro (spine/crani), ENT (flaps), and Robotics (DaVinci Xi) highly preferred
• Ability to float within scope to meet facility needs and between like units/sister facilities
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

Responsibilities – Main OR Surgical Tech Duties

• Assist in a wide variety of surgical cases: Orthopedics (total joints, spine, trauma), Neuro (crani, spine), ENT (flaps), Robotics (DaVinci Xi), Transplants/Procurements, Trauma/Burns, GU/GYN
• Provide fast-paced, high-acuity support in a Level I Trauma Center operating room
• Set up instrumentation, maintain sterile field, pass instruments, and handle specimens per protocol
• Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses, Certified Surgical Technologists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams
• Participate in emergency response teams and seasonal disaster readiness (hurricane season: June–November)
• Maintain compliance with facility protocols, complete required pre-start modules, and assist with unit float needs

Experience Charleston’s historic charm and coastal lifestyle while growing your career in an academic medical center. Enjoy the vibrant waterfront, cobblestone streets, world-class dining, and rich history that make Charleston one of the most desirable cities in the Southeast. Whether you’re relaxing at the nearby beaches, exploring historic neighborhoods, or taking in the lively arts scene, Charleston offers an exceptional quality of life alongside professional growth. This travel surgical tech job is perfect for OR techs seeking hands-on operating room experience and competitive travel healthcare pay in South Carolina. Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your surgical technologist career in Charleston, SC.

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