Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Surgical Services (Operating Room)
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (Nights: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) with holiday rotation
• Weekend Requirement: Rotating weekends
• On-call: None
• Floating: May be required to float within scope to meet facility needs or between like units

Required Experience & Skills

• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in Surgical Services
• Preferred Experience: Neuro (spines/crani), ENT (flaps), Robotics (Da Vinci Xi) cases highly preferred
• Common Case Types: Orthopedics (total joints, spine, trauma), Neuro (crani, spine), ENT (flaps), Robotics, Transplants/Procurements, Trauma/Burns, GU/GYN
• First-time travelers: Accepted

Certifications & Licenses

• Required Certifications:

  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NBSTSA certification
  • Minimum 2 years of Certified Surgical Technologist experience, including experience within the last year
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
• Radiation Badge: Required and must be provided by the agency
• Trauma Level: Level 1 trauma center experience preferred

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet designated hospital
• Main OR with 21 suites covering all surgical specialties including Trauma, Transplant, Ortho, Neuro, ENT, GU-GYN, and Robotics
• Busy, dynamic, nurse-driven environment with cutting-edge technology
• Charting system: EPIC
• Scrub color provided

Additional Requirements

• Background Checks: Comprehensive background checks including SSN trace, criminal, sex offender registry, and more within 1 year of start
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam updated annually
  • Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
  • Immunizations and titers: Tdap, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B, TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days)
  • Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
  • COVID vaccination records highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season or medical/religious exemption accepted
• Competency Exams: Required as applicable, including medication/pharmacology competency and OR competency exams
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Scheduling & Work Conditions

• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks; called off hours can be broken down to add up to 1 shift
• Local radius: 60 miles
• Locals may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Open to block scheduling with manager approval

Important Notes

• During hurricane season (June-November), all employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams
• Badge photo required prior to start (passport-style, solid light background, business casual attire)
• Radiation badge processing may take 5-7 days; candidates cannot start without it on the floor
• Must complete facility-specific orientation modules prior to start

Certifications & Licenses

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with a minimum of 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
• CST or NBSTSA certification required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA or ARC only)
• Radiation badge required and must be provided by the agency
• Level 1 trauma center experience preferred

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for a Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech with at least 2 years of experience in surgical services, preferably with exposure to neuro, ENT, and robotic cases. The position requires night shifts with rotating weekends in a Level I trauma, teaching, Magnet-designated hospital. Required certifications include NBSTSA and BLS, along with a radiation badge. Candidates must meet comprehensive health, background, and competency requirements and be prepared for a dynamic, fast-paced OR environment.