Travel Certified Surgical Technologist
Corpus Christi, TX
Care Career
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) — OR

Contract Details

• Position: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST/ORT – OR)
• Job Type: Travel
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Evenings, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Hours: Full-time
• Projected Start Date: November 23, 2026
• Projected End Date: February 21, 2027

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Surgical Technology program or accredited LVN/LPN program required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification or active LVN/LPN license required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required.
• 2 or more years of relevant surgical experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain sterile technique and assist during surgical procedures.
• Proficiency in scrubbing 3 surgical specialties, such as Robotics, Neurology, Urology, Open Heart, Transplants, or other specialties, highly preferred.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in the Operating Room.

The Surgical Technologist will assist surgical teams with preparing operating rooms, maintaining sterile environments, handling surgical instruments, and providing safe, efficient patient care before and during surgical procedures.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures while working collaboratively with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to scheduled procedures.
• Establish and maintain sterile fields throughout surgical procedures.
• Assist surgeons by passing instruments, sutures, and other required supplies.
• Prepare and position patients appropriately for surgical procedures.
• Perform preoperative skin preparation according to facility standards.
• Assist with patient transportation to and from the Operating Room.
• Handle and care for biological specimens appropriately.
• Review physician preference cards to prepare surgical cases.
• Support accurate maintenance of surgical preference cards.
• Follow infection prevention, sterilization, and aseptic technique standards.
• Demonstrate proficiency in surgical instrumentation and equipment handling.
• Maintain compliance with operating room safety and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, and other surgical team members.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining privacy and safety.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Information

• Ability to support multiple surgical specialties is highly preferred.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong teamwork, attention to detail, and knowledge of operating room safety procedures.
• All required certifications and licenses must be current and available for verification.