Travel Surgical Technologist
Hartford, CT
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Surgical Technologist (CST) – Cardiovascular OR
Location: Hartford, CT
Assignment Length: 12 Weeks
Start Date: 02/23/2026
Shift: Days with rotation to evenings as needed
Schedule: 3 × 12-hour shifts
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
On Call: Yes

Facility Overview:
Level I Trauma Center with high-volume, high-acuity surgical services

Position Overview:
The Surgical Technologist supports the Cardiovascular Operating Room in a Level I Trauma hospital, assisting with complex and high-acuity surgical cases. This role requires strong experience across cardiovascular and thoracic specialties and flexibility for rotating shifts and call coverage.

Shift & Call Details:

• Primary shift: Days

• Rotation to evenings as needed for case coverage

• Rotating overnight call required

• Every other weekend / every other holiday (shift and/or call commitment)

Clinical Experience Required:

• Cardiovascular surgery

• Pulmonary and thoracic procedures

• Transplant experience preferred

Qualifications:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) via NBSTSA – required

• Minimum of 2 years of recent CST experience preferred

• Level I Trauma or high-acuity OR experience strongly preferred

• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Responsibilities:

• Scrub and assist in cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures

• Maintain sterile technique and ensure surgical field readiness

• Anticipate surgeon needs and support complex cases

• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and OR nursing staff

• Adhere to infection control and patient safety standards

Contact:
HumanEdge Health