Travel Certified Surgical Technologist
Issaquah, WA
First Connect Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,715/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$640/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,075/week
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus
Qualifications
- Resume
Description
PREMIUM ENDOSCOPY / SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST CONTRACT – 4x10 DAYS
We are seeking a highly skilled Endoscopy / Surgical Technologist (CST) for an immediate 13-week travel assignment in Issaquah, WA. Operating within a high-performing 4-room outpatient and inpatient GI/Endoscopy unit, this position is tailored for professionals proficient in high-level disinfection (HLD) and comprehensive procedural assistance. Enjoy a structured 4x10 day schedule with block scheduling and local candidates accepted.
Please note: A valid Washington State License in the form of a Surgical Tech (CST), MA-C, or CNA registration is strictly required upfront [HARDSTOP]. Weekday call runs overnight, but weekend call is restricted exclusively to ERCP-certified/therapeutics-trained clinicians.
📅 SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS
- Schedule: Day shifts, 4x10-Hours (07:00 AM - 17:30 PM). Thursdays feature a delayed start at 08:30 AM. General hours may vary slightly based on patient case scheduling. Block scheduling is available.
- Guaranteed Hours: 40 Hours guaranteed weekly.
- On-Call Requirements: 2 to 3 call shifts per month [REQUIRED]. Weekday call runs 17:30 PM - 07:00 AM. Weekend call is 24 hours (07:00 AM - 07:00 AM) and restricted strictly to therapeutics/ERCP-trained staff. If you are not therapeutics trained, you will not take weekend call. Call-backs are rare.
- EMR System: Epic charting platform required.
- Unit Scope & Equipment: 4-room specialized GI pavilion utilizing Steris AER (Automated Endoscope Reprocessors), ERBE electrosurgical units, and fluoroscopy (C-arm) hardware.
- Floating Mandate: Highly flexible. Clinicians may float to alternative regional campus locations (such as the Ballard Campus) based on system demands.
📋 REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION
- Experience Rules: Minimum 1 year of consecutive acute or outpatient Endoscopy/GI suite experience [REQUIRED]. First-time travelers are warmly accepted.
- Licensure Required: Active Washington state credential (Surg Tech, MA-C, or CNA) must be fully clear and provided at submittal [HARDSTOP].
- Certifications Required: Verifiable active AHA BLS is strictly required upon submission [HARDSTOP].
- Procedural Mastery: Documented competency assisting with Colonoscopies, EGDs, CRE balloon dilations, biopsies, and high-level disinfection (HLD) scope handling (Colonoscopes, EGD, and Bronchoscopes).
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Employer
First Connect Health
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About Issaquah, WA
As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Issaquah, WA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Issaquah, WA is higher than the national average, particularly in terms of housing and transportation.
- Wages may be higher to match the increased cost of living.
- The average summer high in Issaquah is around 75°F, while the average winter low is around 35°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Issaquah, but they may require some searching as they are not as abundant as in larger cities.
- Issaquah is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is often necessary for getting around the area.
- Issaquah has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Issaquah offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
- The city also has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the numerous hiking trails and parks in the area.
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