Travel Contract

Surgical Technologist - First Assist
Asheville, NC
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,197/week

Posted 3 days ago

Overview

Start Date02/26/2026
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

17% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Surgical Technologist pay in North Carolina

Estimated total pay

$2,197/week

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

Job Opportunity: CST/ORT - First Assist (Travel Position)

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

Seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with First Assist skills to support a busy Operating Room unit. The role involves assisting surgeons during a wide variety of procedures including orthopedic trauma, spine, neuro, gynecology, robotics, vascular surgery, and more.

Unit & Facility Information

Operating Room with 29 beds
Patient ratio: 1:1
Unit staffing includes secretaries and tech availability
Equipment includes standard OR tools plus advanced robotics: 5 DaVinci Robots, Mako, and Velys Robots
Documentation system: Cerner
Scheduling: Flexible with call required
Dress code: Scrubs provided

Procedures Supported

Ortho Trauma
Neuro
Ortho
Spine
Gynecology (GYN)
Urology
General Surgery
Robotics
Vascular
Pediatrics (Peds)
ENT
Plastics
Podiatry
Oral Maxillofacial (OMF)
Dental
Eye Trauma

Required Certifications & Licenses

Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist (CSTFA), Certified First Assistant (CFA), or Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
OR First Assist Certification

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in the specialty

Additional Information

Flexible scheduling with call requirements
Advanced skills needed to assist in complex surgical procedures
Exposure to cutting-edge robotic surgical technology
Supportive unit with experienced staff and comprehensive resources

Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as a requirement for this position.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1034 reviews)

222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Cassie Jo is an absolute ROCKSTAR. She is on top of everything, insanely quick to respond, always ready to remedy any confusion or errors, such an incredible nurse advocate—will go to bat for you in the blink of an eye—as organized as anything I’ve ever seen, and just genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate. I seriously cannot say enough incredible things about her. She is the best and I am so thankful for all of her help, guidance, knowledge, organization, reassurance, skill, and friendliness.

Cons

absolutely NOTHING.

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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Pediatrics (RN)

Review of Cassie Marchi on Feb 4, 2026

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.

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