Certified Surgical Technologist - Operating Room
Aberdeen, Washington
Grays Harbor Community Hospital
$2,064-2,519/weekTNAA TotalMed Allied will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Contract
Location: Aberdeen, Washington
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Schedule: 40 hours per week, primarily day shifts (8-hour shifts), hours may vary according to OR schedule, including on-call hours. Holidays are normally off unless on-call.
Position Overview
The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) provides essential support to the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Day Surgery areas. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and aseptic conditions, preparing equipment and supplies for procedures, and assisting with clerical or administrative duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Surgical Technician license in Washington
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Minimum 2 years of Surgical Technician experience, including experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- High school graduate or equivalent (GED) or successful completion of a Surgical Technologist course
Additional Information
- On-call hours required
- Located near Pacific Northwest beaches and Olympic National Forest
Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.
Facility
Grays Harbor Community Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 105 beds
About Aberdeen, WA
As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Aberdeen, WA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Aberdeen, WA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 70°F, while the average low in winter is around 36°F.
- Short-term rentals are available in Aberdeen, WA, and can be found with relative ease.
- Aberdeen is car-friendly, and public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Aberdeen has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area.
- Aberdeen offers a variety of restaurants, including seafood options.
- There are also opportunities to explore art, music, and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.
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