Travel Contract

Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Decorah, IA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,000/week
Posted 2 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
An operating room surgical technologist position is available in Decorah, Iowa. This full-time contract role is scheduled for a minimum of 13 weeks. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The position involves supporting surgical procedures across various specialties including general surgery, orthopedics, ear, nose, and throat (ENT), obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN), podiatry, urology, and dental surgery.

Job Details:

  • Location: Decorah, Iowa
  • Required Qualifications: Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program; State of Iowa Mandatory Reporter Training; surgical technologist certification preferred; American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; must stay within 30 minutes of the facility when on-call.
  • Schedule: Position is primarily 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with hours potentially fluctuating slightly based on surgical case load (as early as 6:00 am). The role includes an on-call rotation, approximately one night per every two-week pay period, and every fifth to sixth weekend, along with holiday call rotation.
  • Additional Information: Must stay within 30 minutes of the facility when on-call; the position involves supporting surgical procedures in general surgery, orthopedics, ENT, OBGYN, podiatry, urology, and dental operations.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1279785. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Surgical Technician/Operating Rm Tech

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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