Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Vero Beach, FL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: OR Tech / Surgical Tech

Location: Vero Beach, Florida
Specialty: Surgical Services
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in Main OR covering general surgery, orthopedic, neuro, ENT, vascular, plastics, gynecology, urology, robotics
• Strong neuro experience is a must
• Position: OR Tech / Surgical Tech
• Shift details to be discussed during interview
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs, including sister facilities
• Weekend and on-call requirements to be discussed during interview
• Locals accepted at same rate
• No pending licenses accepted
• Guaranteed hours: 36 hours for 3x12 shifts or 40 hours for 8/10 shifts
• Smoke-free facility: all travelers must be nicotine-free (negative 10 panel + nicotine test required)
• Time-sensitive online modules must be prioritized and completed before start

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 18 months experience required
• 2 years experience preferred
• Must have strong neuro experience
• First-time travelers accepted
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Certifications & Licenses

• National certification (NBSTSA/NCCT) preferred
• BLS (AHA) required
• ACLS not required for OR
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, Chemo, EFM) but not specifically for this role
• State license verification required within 30 days of start
• National tech certification verification required within 30 days of start

Compliance & Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Florida AHCA Level II fingerprinting required prior to start (Livescan electronic fingerprinting accepted nationwide)
• Drug testing: Negative 10 panel drug screen plus nicotine test within 1 year of start (no medical marijuana accepted)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 6 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
• Required immunizations or titers: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season (medical/religious exemptions allowed)
• COVID vaccination series or approved medical/religious exemption required

Onboarding & Training

• Completion of online training modules via facility system (SilkRoad) is mandatory before start
• Modules must be completed on a computer using Google Chrome; cannot be completed on a phone
• Candidates must watch training videos fully before taking tests
• Pass/fail testing (EKG/Medication) applies only to RNs/LPNs, not OR Techs

Additional Requirements

• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted upfront with application
• Facility uses EPIC for charting
• Free parking available
• Facility is a teaching hospital with 332 staffed beds
• Scrub color: Ceil Blue

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for an OR Tech / Surgical Tech with a focus on surgical services including neuro cases. Candidates must have at least 18 months of experience with strong neuro skills. The position requires compliance with extensive background checks, health screenings, and mandatory training modules. The facility is smoke-free and requires nicotine testing. Shift details and floating requirements will be discussed during the interview.