Certified Surgical Technologist - CST 26-11006

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Location: Hyannis, MA
Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: Variable Shifts
Travel Gross Weekly: $1,900–$2,100/week (Based on Experience)
Local Pay: $48–$52/hour (Based on Experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a 13-week contract. The Surgical Technologist will assist surgeons and registered nurses during a variety of surgical procedures while maintaining a safe, sterile, and efficient operating-room environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of surgical procedures, infection control, sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating-room protocols. Orthopedic experience is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with a variety of surgical procedures under the direction of the surgeon and registered nurse.
• Prepare operating rooms by arranging surgical instruments, equipment, sterile drapes, and solutions.
• Maintain a sterile environment in accordance with facility policies and applicable surgical standards.
• Perform scrub-technologist duties across multiple surgical services and specialties.
• Assemble and inspect sterile and non-sterile equipment and ensure proper functioning.
• Pass instruments, supplies, and equipment to surgeons and surgical assistants during procedures.
• Assist with retracting, suturing, and surgical counts of sponges, needles, instruments, and supplies.
• Prepare, handle, and dispose of surgical specimens according to established procedures.
• Assist with application of surgical dressings.
• Ensure required instruments and case-specific equipment are available based on procedure requirements and preference cards.
• Assist with transporting and positioning patients in the operating room.
• Select and utilize appropriate sterilization methods for specialized equipment and instruments.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the proper use and function of surgical equipment and supplies.
• Operate sterilizers and assist with surgical equipment such as lights, suction, and diagnostic equipment as appropriate.
• Prepare and label medications accurately and safely under the direction of the surgeon and registered nurse.
• Assist with transferring patients to the recovery area.
• Assist with operating-room turnover, cleaning, and restocking between procedures.
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity, safety, and confidentiality.
• Support a safe environment for surgical patients.
• Assist with orientation and training of new operating-room personnel as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with registered nurses, surgeons, anesthesia personnel, and other surgical staff.
• Assist with maintaining and updating specialty-specific equipment and instrumentation.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service education, and professional development activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited civilian or military Operating Room/Surgical Technician program.
• Current NBSTSA certification required and must be maintained.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation, sterile technique, and infection-control practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operating-room environment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Orthopedic surgical experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working across multiple surgical specialties.
• Experience with specialty-specific surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Previous hospital operating-room experience preferred.

Additional Information

• Variable shift schedule.
• 13-week contract assignment.
• Travel and local compensation available.
• Candidate must be comfortable working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary surgical team.
• Strong commitment to patient safety, sterile technique, and quality surgical care required.