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

$1,042/week

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Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)

Overview

Specialty: Surgical Services
Employment type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Day, 3x12 hours, 6:30 AM–7:00 PM
Schedule: Saturday/Sunday plus 1 weekday
Call: None
Contract length: 13 weeks
Float scope: May float within scope to meet facility needs and between like units/sister facilities
First-timers accepted: Yes
Local candidates: Accepted within 60 miles, case-by-case
Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

Unit / Setting

Main Operating Room in a level-one academic trauma center
21 OR suites
Covers Trauma, Transplant, Ortho, Neuro, ENT, GU-GYN, and Robotics cases
Busy, nurse-driven, Magnet-designated department

Required Qualifications

Certified Surgical Technologist with 2 years of experience
Certified Surgical Technologist experience within the last year
NBSTSA certification
BLS issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
South Carolina license verification
Radiation badge required; must be provided by agency

Preferred

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

Common Cases

Ortho: total joints, spine, trauma
Neuro: crani, spine
ENT: flaps
Robotics
Transplants/Procurements
Trauma/Burns
GU/GYN

Additional Notes

Scrub color provided
Charting system: EPIC
Parking requires a permit and a $20 registration fee for a hang tag
Hurricane season runs June through November, and staff may be assigned to emergency response teams during that time

Facility

Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

3.7rating(82 reviews)

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

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5.0rating

Pros

Everyone was so helpful and nice when i started. beautiful hospital grounds with ample outdoor areas to hang out during breaks/lunch.Amazing cafeteria and always had at least 5 food trucks outside the hospital for linch. Friendly staff including doctors and great patients. patient to staff ratio was awesome and always had a great team mentality of helping everyone out when needed.

Cons

The only con of the area was cost of living especially rent. I rented downtown so I could walk to work but coworkers who lived off of the main downtown area on other islands complained of heavy traffic.

Review of Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital on Sep 26, 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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