Cardiovascular OR Surgical Technologist
Toledo, Ohio
The University of Toledo Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Surgical Services - CST (Certified Surgical Technologist)

Location: Toledo, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform scrub duties during surgical procedures under direct supervision of the physician and circulating registered nurse.
• Assist in departmental operations as directed.
• Demonstrate clinical competency in patient care across all life stages: infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Assist the surgeon as scrub personnel according to established standards, including:

  • Scrubbing, gowning, and gloving per policy.
  • Setting up tables, instruments, and supplies relevant to the operation.
  • Preparing and draping patients as needed.
  • Anticipating surgeon needs for instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies.
  • Observing patients and preparing for emergencies.
  • Maintaining correct counts of sponges, needles, and instruments with circulating nurse.
  • Maintaining aseptic technique at all times.
  • Assisting with care and handling of specimens and cultures.
  • Assisting with application of dressings, casts, and patient movement.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Services (Certified Surgical Technologist)
• Required Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum experience consistent with CST role.
• Prior travel experience: Not required (first-time travelers are accepted).

Certifications & Licenses

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only, required for all candidates.
• Other certifications (if applicable): ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification (mostly for RN roles, not specifically required here).
• State License Verification (as applicable).

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Check within 1 year, including SSN trace, county, statewide, nationwide, sex offender, and other relevant checks.
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
• Fingerprinting required only for specific departments (Early Learning Center or Outpatient Behavioral Health).
• Government-issued photo ID required during hours of service.
• I9 and E-Verify documentation required.
• Residency Declaration Form if working on a compact license.
• Physical Exam within 1 year of start.
• Fit Mask (N95) test within 12 months of start, updated annually (exceptions apply).
• Immunizations and health documents:

  • Tdap within 10 years or signed declination.
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes.
  • MMR (Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer.
  • Hepatitis B titer or series or signed declination.
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer.
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination required for clearance (declinations not accepted).
  • COVID vaccination preferred but not required.
• Drug Testing: 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start.
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years.
• Employment Application and Unit-Specific Skills Checklist (updated annually).
• Work history verification for last 3 years.

Additional Notes

• ASAP start dates preferred.
• Local candidates acceptable at same rate.
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific onboarding documents and attestations as required.
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests may be required as applicable.

This position is ideal for CSTs looking for a 13-week travel contract in Ohio with opportunities to work across all patient age groups in a surgical setting. Prior travel experience is not required.