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Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

$1,494/week

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Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech

Job Overview

Specialty: Surgical Services
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 4x10 hours, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM
Weekend Requirement: 1 weekend per month
On-Call Requirement: Up to 4 call shifts per month and 1 weekend shift per month
Floating: Required within scope to meet facility needs, including between like units/sister facilities
First-Timers Accepted: Yes

Required Qualifications

Certified Surgical Technologist with 2 years of experience
Certified Surgical Technologist experience within the last year
NBSTSA
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
South Carolina license verification, if applicable to the role

Clinical Setting

Level I trauma center
Teaching facility
Magnet hospital
Main OR supports a full range of surgical cases, including trauma, transplant, ortho, neuro, ENT, GU-GYN, and robotics

Case Experience Preferred

Neuro cases, including spines/crani
ENT cases, including flaps
Robotics, including DaVinci Xi

Additional Requirements

Radiation badge required; must be provided by the agency
Proof of 2 clinical references
Complete application/resume
Skills checklist for the applicable unit
Annual background check and education verification
Fit testing before start and annually
Drug screen within 90 days of start
Physical exam
Tdap within 10 years of start or declination
TB testing or chest X-ray within 90 days of start
Flu vaccination documentation or approved exemption during flu season
COVID vaccination documentation is preferred; declination accepted if not vaccinated

Work Environment Notes

Scrub color is provided
EPIC is used for charting
Parking requires a permit and a $20 registration fee for the garage hang tag

Facility

Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

3.6rating(77 reviews)

7 nurses recommend working with Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

5.0rating

Pros

Seems to be traveler friendly and helpful, will teach you services if you ask, would go back

Cons

Roads are horrible and parking but over all a nice facility

Amy W

OR - Operating Room (RN)

Contract Position Apr '26

Review of Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital on Jul 3, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
769 beds

ADDRESS171 Ashley AvenueCharleston, SC 29425

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About Charleston, SC

As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.

Transportation

Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.

Demographics

Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.

Things to Do

Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.

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