Certified Surgical Technologist - Watertown, NY - JB 26-14183

Job Title: Certified Surgical Technologist
Location: Watertown, NY
Job Type: Contract – Traveler
Duration: 16 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Evening Shift | 11:00 AM–7:30 PM | 8-Hour Shift
Local Candidates Required: No
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes (Previous Travel Assignment Experience Required)
Radius Requirement: 100-Mile Radius Rule

Pay Rate: $1,780–$1,880/week

Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgical procedures in a hospital operating room. The ideal candidate will have orthopedic surgical experience, hands-on scrubbing experience, and proficiency with the Da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Required Qualifications

• Active Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification.

• Completion of an accredited Certified Surgical Technologist program.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Previous travel assignment experience required.

• Orthopedic (Ortho) surgical experience required.

• Hands-on surgical scrubbing experience required.

• Experience with the Da Vinci robotic surgical system required.

• Knowledge of cleaning, sterilization, and disinfection of surgical equipment and instrumentation.

• Ability to work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

• Strong technical, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

• Availability for weekends, on-call coverage, and holidays as required.

• Ability to arrive at the facility within 30 minutes of being called in.

• Must comply with the 100-mile radius rule.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical patient preparation and routine delegated duties in accordance with hospital and departmental standards.

• Perform surgical scrub duties and maintain the sterile field during procedures.

• Assist surgeons and operating room personnel during orthopedic and Da Vinci robotic-assisted surgeries.

• Prepare, organize, and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies before, during, and after procedures.

• Ensure surgical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, disinfected, and functioning safely.

• Maintain a sterile operating room environment and follow infection prevention and control protocols.

• Respond promptly to surgical team requirements and changing situations during procedures.

• Follow established safety protocols and departmental policies to promote patient safety and quality of care.

• Assist with departmental duties and other related responsibilities as assigned.

• Precept and train new staff members when required.

• Participate in weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage as required.

• Respond to call-ins and arrive at the facility within 30 minutes of notification.