Travel Surgical Technologist
Reno, NV
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,915/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room Open Heart Surgical Technologist at a healthcare organization in Reno, Nevada. This position involves assisting with cardiovascular and open heart procedures, preparing supplies, equipment, and instrumentation for surgical cases, and supporting the surgical team throughout all procedures. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Location: Reno, Nevada
- Schedule: Days (4 ten-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, to be determined upon arrival)
- Shift Hours: 10 hours per day
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 40 hours
- Required Qualifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Neurovascular Surgery Technologist Specialist (NBSTSA) certification, completion of a surgical technologist program, at least 2 years of experience as a CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) surgical technologist, and travel experience required.
- Responsibilities:
- Assists with cardiovascular and open heart surgical procedures.
- Prepares supplies, equipment, and instrumentation for surgical cases.
- Anticipates needs in the surgical field when passing instruments.
- Supports the surgical team in all procedures, including case cleanup, patient positioning, and room turnovers.
- Conducts counts of instruments, sponges, and sharps with Registered Nurse (RN) according to department standards.
- Ensures confidentiality and maintains a secure environment.
- Pulls supplies/equipment/suture for assigned cases and opens surgical rooms.
- Knows all basic set-ups assigned to scrub.
- Adheres to all organizational confidentiality guidelines.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
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Pros
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Cons
None
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You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Reno, NV
As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Reno, NV here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 89°F and lows of 56°F, winter average highs of 47°F and lows of 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the tourism and travel nurse demand.
- Car-friendly city with public transportation options available, including buses and shuttles.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high desert environment.
- Reno has a large population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of high-quality restaurants, breweries, and nightclubs.
- Museums like the National Automobile Museum.
- Outdoor activities include biking, hiking, and easy access to Lake Tahoe for skiing and other outdoor adventures.
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