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Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Lafayette, Indiana
Franciscan Health Lafayette East

$1,624-1,836/week

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Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical Technologist (Operating Room)

Location:
Lafayette, Indiana

Employment Type:
Travel Contract

Contract Length:
13 weeks

Position Details

Specialty: Operating Room (CST/ORT)
Role: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Shift:
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday (rotating day off)
Call Requirements:
- Weekday and weekend call rotation
Weekend Hours: Weekend call rotation
Number of Openings: 1
Unit Information:
- 10 Operating Rooms
- Variety of OR equipment
- Electronic Medical Record system: EPIC
Patient Types:
- General Surgery
- Orthopedic
- Spine
- Neurosurgery
- Gynecology
- ENT
- Robotics
- Urology
- Podiatry
- Vascular
- Open Heart Surgery

Required Qualifications

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NBSTSA certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room (OR), including experience within the last year

Preferred Qualifications

Robotics training
Experience with Vascular and Open Heart procedures

Additional Information

No float requirements
Scrubs provided (surgery scrubs)
Dress code: Surgery scrubs only; no unacceptable attire specified

This position is ideal for a CST with solid OR experience looking for a travel opportunity in a busy surgical environment with diverse case types and advanced technology.

Facility

Franciscan Health Lafayette East

4.2rating(20 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Franciscan Health Lafayette East

5.0rating

Pros

Hospital is friendly, progressive in a newer facility. Respiratory department is run well.

Cons

None

Holly P

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Allied Health Professional)

Jul '24 - Oct '24

Review of Franciscan Health Lafayette East on Sep 4, 2025

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Short Term Acute Care
187 beds

ADDRESS1701 South Creasy LaneLafayette, IN 47905

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About Lafayette, IN

As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Lafayette, IN here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lafayette's cost of living is 11% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 84°F, while winter lows can drop to around 18°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are available in Lafayette and can be found with relative ease, especially near the university campus.

Transportation

Lafayette is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited, but the city is walkable and bike-friendly.

Demographics

Lafayette has a diverse population due to the presence of Purdue University.
The age range is varied, with a significant student population.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Lafayette offers a variety of restaurants, unique shops, and public art in the downtown area.
There are opportunities for outdoor activities in the city's parks, including the Celery Bog wetlands and Wolf Park.
The city also hosts cultural events, music festivals, and sports activities.

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