Operating Room Surgical Technologist (CST)
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 (6:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
  • Includes 1 weekend shift per month (Saturday or Sunday)
  • Holiday rotation required
  • On-call shifts: Up to 4 call shifts per month (End of shift to 7 AM)
• 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
• Certifications:

  • NBSTSA certification required (NCCT not accepted)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required (AHA or ARC accepted)
• Radiation Badge: Required and must be provided by the agency
• Trauma Level: Facility is a Level 1 Trauma Center
• Preferred Experience: Neuro (spines/crani), ENT (flaps), Robotics (DaVinci Xi) cases highly preferred
• First-timers: Accepted

Common Case Types

• Orthopedic (total joints, spine, trauma)
• Neurosurgery (crani, 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

Additional Requirements & Information

• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Locals: Considered on a case-by-case basis
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks; called off hours can be broken down to add up to 1 shift
• Block Scheduling: Possible with manager approval, dependent on unit needs
• Hurricane Season: Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June-November, peak in August-September)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Licensure:

  • South Carolina CST license or equivalent verification required
  • Primary source verification required, license must be active and unencumbered
• Health Documents:

  • Initial physical exam, updated annually
  • Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
  • Immunizations and titers required: Tdap (within 10 years), TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
  • COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Competency Exams: Required as applicable, including medication/pharmacology and OR competency exams
• Photo for Badge: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background required before start
• Radiation Badge: Must be obtained prior to starting floor work; process may take 5-7 days
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for a Certified Surgical Technologist with at least 2 years of experience, preferably with neuro, ENT, and robotics surgical cases. The position requires working 3 twelve-hour day shifts per week with weekend and on-call responsibilities at a Level 1 Trauma Center in Charleston, SC. Candidates must hold NBSTSA certification and BLS, have a radiation badge, and meet comprehensive health and background compliance requirements. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.