OR Surgical Technician
Cincinnati, OH
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$41-45/hourOverview
- Start Date11/29/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
OR - ST or CST
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Employment Type: LTA Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: 07:00 - 17:30 Specialty: Surgical Technician
Schedule
- 10-hour shifts, 4 days a week
- 8-hour call shift once per week
- Every 3rd weekend includes work, call, or both
- Flex position: may flex up to 3 weeks out of a 6-week schedule
Requirements
- Surgical Technician (3 years of experience)
- Surgical Technician experience within the last year
- Valid driver's license or government-issued ID (front side only). Name and address must match the candidate's profile.
- BLS issued by American Heart Association, required for all positions, due at onboarding
- Resume
Onboarding Requirements
Health and Immunizations
- Fit test: Required for direct patient care positions. Annual. Accepted: 3M N95 1860S, 1870+, or PAPR. Can be completed offsite or onsite up to one week before start. Results must be uploaded.
- MMR: Proof of 2 vaccinations or a positive IgG titer before starting. Candidate may begin after the first dose, with the second due within 30 days. If the titer is negative or equivocal, one booster is required before starting, followed by a second dose one month later. Cannot decline.
- Varicella: Same requirements as MMR.
- Hepatitis B: 3-dose series, or a positive titer. A declination is accepted. If the titer is negative or equivocal, one booster is required, or a declination is accepted.
- Influenza vaccine: Required for all positions from 10/01 to 3/31. Vaccine or approved medical or religious exemption accepted. Exemptions must be approved by Employee Health.
- TB test: Completed within 60 days before assignment start. Accepted: QuantiFERON, T-Spot, or 2-step skin test (second within 30 days of start, first within the year). For a past positive, a chest X-ray within 1 year and a TB questionnaire updated annually are required.
- Physical/health statement: Physician statement of good health dated within 12 months before start. Does not expire.
Background and Screening
- Criminal background check: Completed within 90 days before start. Instant searches not allowed. Must include a 7-year county and national criminal search for all locations resided, employed, or attended school; SSN trace with all aliases; and nationwide sex offender, OIG, SAM, and OFAC checks. Must be repeated after any break in service.
- Drug screen: 9-panel, completed within 60 days before start. Does not expire. Must be repeated after any break in service.
References and Verification
- Professional references: 2 references from within the last 2 years, provided by a charge nurse or higher.
- Education verification: Highest level of education. Third-party verification or transcripts accepted. Does not expire.
- I-9 / E-Verify: Attestation required.
Training and Competency
- Skills checklist: Must be completed within 12 months before assignment start. Must be accurate for each position the candidate may work in.
- Internal competency checklist: Placeholder uploaded at onboarding. Must be completed within 2 weeks after start or the candidate may be removed from the assignment. Required for all agency staff and should match skills required of permanent staff in a similar role.
- Annual compliance training module: Required for all positions. Completion proof is uploaded by the facility team.
Other
- Badge photo: Required for all positions. Color, taken within the past 6 months, no selfies or filters, solid background, symmetrical headshot from the shoulders up, head straight, no sunglasses.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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About Cincinnati, OH
As a travel nurse in Cincinnati, OH here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Cincinnati is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Average summer highs range from 85-90°F, while winter lows can dip to 20-25°F.
- Cincinnati experiences all four seasons, with hot summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Cincinnati, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many apartment complexes and property management companies offer furnished units for short-term leases.
- Cincinnati is relatively car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system, providing convenient ways to get around the city and its suburbs.
- Cincinnati has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and related conditions, as well as respiratory ailments.
- The city has a growing population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Cincinnati offers a vibrant food scene with diverse cuisines and top chefs.
- The city is known for its art, music, and sports, with attractions like the Cincinnati Art Museum, professional sports teams (Reds and Bengals), and the historic Findlay Market for fresh and organic foods.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Ohio River and enjoy various parks and recreational activities.
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