Travel Certified Surgical Technologist
Grand Rapids, MI
Trinity Health FirstChoice
3x13 hrs
$2,000/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x13 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care371 beds
Pay
Benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- 403b retirement plan
- Discount program
Description
Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Description:Job Details:
LOCATION: Trinity Health Grand Rapids
START DATE: ASAP
WEEKS: 13 Weeks
HOURS: 40 Hours
Shift: 6:45a- 5:15p
Gross Weekly Rate: $2000
Position Purpose: On Call Required
Are you an experienced Surgical Technologist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice Surgical Technologists are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available!
What you will do:
Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions
Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice: Assess, Outcomes Identification / Solutions, Plan, Implement, Evaluate
Acts independently & appropriately within scope of knowledge & experience in practice area
Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes
Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes
Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities
Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Education: Graduate of an Associate or Bachelor’s degree program for Surgical Technologist.
Preferred Certification: CST
A minimum of 18 months experience is required for CST
If a Surgical Technologist program has not been completed, due to training on the job or trained in the military – Five (5) years’ work experience is required
Cannot hold a concurrent position at a Trinity Health facility.
Ability to complete the orientation and training. We have different options to choose from that will meet your schedule.
Position Highlights and Benefits:
Premium Pay
Flexible Scheduling
Travel and Per Diem opportunities available
Variety of Practice Settings
Learning Opportunities
DailyPay available
Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment
Opportunity to participate in 403B program
Ministry Information:
FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life.
FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence.
You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!
If applicable-enter in state specific pay transparency information.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Facility
Mercy Health Saint Mary's

- Short Term Acute Care
- 371 beds
Employer
Trinity Health FirstChoice
1 nurse recommends working with Trinity Health FirstChoice
Pros
Amazing team to work for! Nurse recruiter was awesome! Mercy West Des Moines was fun and rewarding.
Cons
None!
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FirstChoice offers a rewarding career with significant premium pay and flexible scheduling to fit your life. FirstChoice healthcare travel professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence. You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!
Healthcare travel professionals, join us in caring for our community, we can't do it without you.FirstChoice exclusively supports facilities within the Trinity Health system meaning you will have a consistent experience between job sites. Your training at one site will apply to other sites within the region and will minimize the time you are spending outside of patient care. We understand that there has been a fundamental shift in the nursing position in recent years and like any other employee, nurses want more options and flexibility in their careers. FirstChoice provides you with both along with the comfort and security of one employer.
Benefits of Being a FirstChoice healthcare travel professional:
- Premium pay
- Choose your own travel adventure—work in a variety of practice settings
- Wide range of assignments available
- Housing and meal stipend
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements of a FirstChoice Nurse:
- Registered nurse with a license in the state(s) you will work
- Minimum of 2 years, depending on specialty area
- Cannot hold a concurrent position at a Trinity Health facility
Trinity Health is a leading not-for-profit Catholic health system with 92 hospitals and hundreds of primary, specialty and continuing care centers across the United States.
About Grand Rapids, MI
As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Grand Rapids, MI here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Grand Rapids is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Summer average highs are around 80-85°F, while winter average lows are around 15-20°F.
- Grand Rapids experiences all four seasons, with warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Grand Rapids.
- They are relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas close to the city center and universities.
- Grand Rapids is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include The Rapid, which operates bus services throughout the city and surrounding areas.
- Grand Rapids has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the changing seasons.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Grand Rapids, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Grand Rapids offers a vibrant food and craft beer scene with local breweries and restaurants like Founders Brewing Company, The Winchester, and The Sovengard.
- The city also boasts numerous museums, art galleries, and outdoor activities, including the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
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