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Certified Surgical Technologist, Labor & Delivery
West Des Moines, Iowa
Methodist West Hospital

$1,600-1,830/week

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Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - Labor & Delivery (L&D) (Nights)

Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Work primarily in Labor & Delivery with focus on C-sections, vaginal deliveries, and triage.
Float across multiple campuses within the local area.
Unit size: 24 beds, 2 operating rooms.
Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:2.
Common drips include magnesium, insulin, and pitocin.
Hospital-provided scrubs.
Expected to work 36-40 hours per week with overtime after 40 hours.
Required to work 1-2 of 3 upcoming summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) unless the unit is closed.
Orientation provided.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist.
Surgical Technologist experience within the last year.
NBSTSA certification.
Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Experience working with Level 2 Trauma patients.

Shift

Nights

Additional Information

EMR system used: EPIC.
Call back and on-call pay available (details not included here).
Employee separation policy restricts travel assignments within the market for certain past employees.

This position is ideal for experienced Certified Surgical Techs with Labor & Delivery expertise seeking a temporary night shift role with travel experience.

Facility

Methodist West Hospital

4.5rating(12 reviews)

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Short Term Acute Care

ADDRESS1660 60th StreetWest Des Moines, IA 50266

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About West Des Moines, IA

As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in West Des Moines, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 85°F and winter lows of 12°F.
Winters can be cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online rental platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
West Des Moines has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports facilities, and numerous outdoor activities including parks and trails.

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