Certified OR Surgical Technologist
Charleston, SC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Surgical Services (Operating Room)
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (10:30 AM - 11:00 PM)
• Weekend Requirement: As needed
• On-Call Requirement: Up to 2 call shifts per month (7 AM - 7 PM or 7 PM - 7 AM on weekends)
• Holiday Rotation: Required
• Floating: May be required to float within scope to meet facility needs or between like units/sister facilities

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist
• Preferred Experience: Neuro (spines/crani), ENT (flaps), Robotics (Da Vinci Xi) cases highly preferred
• Certifications:

  • NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist (MUSC does NOT accept NCCT)
  • BLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
• Radiation Badge: Required (must be provided by agency)
• Trauma Level: Level 1 trauma center experience preferred
• First-timers: Accepted

Common Case Types

• Orthopedic (total joints, spine, trauma)
• Neurosurgery (craniotomy, spine)
• ENT (flaps)
• Robotics
• Transplants/Procurements
• Trauma/Burns
• GU/GYN

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet designated hospital
• 21 Operating Room suites covering all surgical specialties including Trauma, Transplant, Ortho, Neuro, ENT, GU-GYN, Robotics
• Busy, dynamic, nurse-driven environment with cutting-edge technology
• Charting system: EPIC

Scheduling & Work Environment

• Block scheduling possible with manager approval
• Local radius: 60 miles
• Locals may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks; called off hours can be broken down to add up to 1 shift
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require emergency response team participation

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9, E-Verify)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
• Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Annual background check including multiple searches (SSN trace, criminal, sex offender, FACIS, etc.)
• Education verification (diploma/transcripts)
• Employment history verification (last 3 clinical employers)
• References: 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable
• Color blindness testing prior to start
• Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed before orientation
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (frontal view, business casual attire)

Health & Safety Requirements

• Initial physical exam and annual updates attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask models required)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days) or chest x-ray if positive history
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if needed
  • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted) during flu season
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• COVID vaccines highly preferred; if declined, must complete MUSC Vaccination Declination form

Additional Notes

• Radiation badge processing may take 5-7 days; candidates cannot start without it
• MUSC requires primary source verification of active, unencumbered South Carolina CST license
• MUSC accepts walk-through (temporary) licensure process for SC license under certain conditions
• All licensure and certification hits must be approved by MUSC
• Sterile Processing Techs have additional physical assessment and lab requirements (not applicable for this CST role)

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a high-acuity, academic trauma center with a diverse surgical case mix and advanced technology. Candidates should be prepared for a dynamic work environment with varied surgical specialties and must meet all certification, licensure, and health compliance requirements.