Travel Contract

Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)
Ketchikan, AK
Travel Nurses, Inc.
5x8 hrs

$2,126/week

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Overview

Start Date08/31/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

5% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Certified Surgical Technologist pay in Alaska

Estimated total pay

$2,126/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
401k retirement plan
Life insurance

Qualifications

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Profile

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Work Experience

Allied Health Professional (1 year)

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Other

1 Year Unit Experience Within the Last 3 Years

Description

Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech

Job Overview

Specialty: Surgical Services
Location: Ketchikan, Alaska
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Shift: Day, 5x8 hours
Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed

Required Qualifications

Certified Surgical Technologist with 2 years of experience
Certified Surgical Technologist experience within the last year
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
CST or NCCT

Schedule & Coverage

Weekend requirement: Every third night
On-call: Every 2nd–3rd night and every 2nd–3rd weekend
Floating: Not required
Schedule flexibility: Required due to fluctuating surgery volume

Work Setting

Facility type: Critical Access
Trauma level: Level IV Trauma Center
Beds: 54 staffed beds
Charting system: Epic

Clinical Focus

Ortho: total joints, arthroscopies
General surgery: cholecystectomies, hernias, appendectomies, bowel resections
Urology: cystoscopies
ENT: tonsillectomies, myringotomies
OB/GYN: C-sections, tubals, hysterectomies
GI: EGDs, colonoscopies

Additional Notes

First-time travelers accepted
Local candidates not accepted
Travel experience preferred
Epic experience preferred
Scrubs provided in the OR; any color accepted

Employer

Travel Nurses, Inc.

4.4rating(19 reviews)

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Fantastic!

Marissa was great to work with and I look forward to working with her again on my next search

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Ultrasound Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Marissa Morgan on Feb 9, 2024

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About

Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.

At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.

We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.

Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.

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About Ketchikan, AK

As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Ketchikan, AK here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Ketchikan, AK is 27% higher than the national average.
Wages may be slightly higher to compensate for the increased cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 63°F and average winter lows are around 31°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals may be limited, but options for furnished housing can be found with some research and planning.

Transportation

Ketchikan is not very car-friendly due to its small size and limited road access.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited.

Demographics

Ketchikan has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder (SAD) due to the limited daylight hours in winter.
There may be a small population of travel nurses due to the town's reliance on seasonal industries.

Things to Do

Ketchikan offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and exploring the Tongass National Forest.
It also has cultural attractions like the Totem Heritage Center, Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary, and the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show.

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