Travel Surgical Tech/ OR RN

Pay Rate: $1,900 - $2,100 gross per week

Number of Positions: 1

EMR: Cerner

Start Date: 10/19/2026

Length: 13 Weeks

Schedule: Typical days are 630-1500 with call 1500-700 and 24/7 on the weekends 

PROCEDURES:

• Prepare the operating room, instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures
• Maintain a sterile field and adhere to strict aseptic/sterile technique throughout all cases
• Perform surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving
• Set up sterile tables, Mayo stands, and back tables with required instrumentation
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and pass instruments, supplies, and medications as needed
• Perform accurate counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments with the circulating nurse
• Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping while maintaining patient dignity and safety
• Participate in surgical timeout and safety protocols
• Handle and process tissue specimens appropriately
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and equipment following procedures
• Assist in room turnover and preparation for subsequent cases
• Support ultrasound-guided or other procedural needs when applicable
• Participate in supply inventory management and maintain PAR levels
• Provide excellent patient-centered care and customer service
• Maintain accurate documentation and logs
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Surgical Services or Administration

REQUIREMENTS

• Formal education in sterile processing preferred; must maintain current knowledge of best practices in sterile technique and processing
• Previous experience in an operating room or surgical setting preferred
• Strong understanding of anatomy, surgical procedures, and aseptic technique
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a small hospital environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a team-oriented mindset

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) strongly preferred or desired
• BLS
• NRP (within 18 months of hire)

STATE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• NM license

ABOUT THE FACILITY

• Today, the 25-bed critical access hospital is located in a modern, 50,000-square-foot setting and staffed by a dedicated healing team well-versed in the latest and best medical procedures. General surgery, 24-hour emergency care, intensive care nursing, internal medicine, obstetrics, pathology, pediatric dentistry, podiatry, primary care and radiology are among the many services offered on-site.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Mobile Timekeeping