Operating Room Technologist
Hyannis, MA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Surgical Technician, Operating Room. Supports surgical procedures under the direction of the surgeon and registered nurse by preparing instruments and equipment, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting with patient care throughout the procedure. The role also supports safe operating room turnover, equipment readiness, specimen handling, and collaboration with the surgical team.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shift; 8-hour shifts; 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
  • Graduation from an accredited civilian or military operating room technician or surgical technician program.
  • National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification, maintained throughout the assignment.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Orthopedic surgical experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Assists with a variety of surgical procedures under the direction of the surgeon and registered nurse.
  • Prepares operating rooms with surgical instruments, equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions.
  • Maintains a sterile environment and follows applicable infection-control and sterility standards.
  • Performs scrub technician functions across surgical services and specialties.
  • Passes instruments and sterile supplies, assists with retractors and sutures, and participates in counts of sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.
  • Prepares, handles, and disposes of surgical specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Assists with patient transport, positioning, surgical dressings, transfers to the recovery area, room turnover, and restocking.
  • Prepares and labels medications accurately and safely during surgical procedures under direction.
  • Participates in equipment maintenance, staff meetings, in-service programs, and career development activities.

Benefits

• 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