Travel Surgical Technologist [Hyannis, MA] - SURGTECH 26-14145

Job Description

Job DescriptionHiring: Surgical Technologist

Location: Hyannis, MA 02601
Job Type: Travel/Contract (No Benefits)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Work Schedule: 40 Hours per Week
Shift: Day Shift | 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM

Travel Candidates: Welcome

Pay Rate

• Travel Candidates: $1,800–$1,900 per week, depending on experience.

Schedule & On-Call Requirements

The schedule and on-call requirements vary by contract assignment:

• First Contract: 40 hours per week, 6:45 AM–3:15 PM, with no call or weekend requirements.
• Second Contract: Includes one weekend shift (8 hours) and 8 hours of backup call.
• Third Contract: Includes one weekend shift, 8 hours of backup call, 8 hours of overnight call, and one Friday night call shift from 10:30 PM to 6:45 AM, as scheduled.

Position Summary

The Surgical Technologist assists with a variety of surgical procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon and Registered Nurse (RN). This role is responsible for preparing the operating room, maintaining a sterile environment, assisting during surgical procedures, and ensuring the availability of appropriate instruments and equipment to support safe, high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and Registered Nurses during a variety of surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating rooms by arranging surgical instruments, equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions.
• Maintain a sterile environment in accordance with established facility policies and AORN standards.
• Perform surgical scrub technician duties across various surgical specialties.
• Assemble, inspect, and adjust sterile and non-sterile equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Pass instruments and sterile supplies to surgeons and surgical assistants during procedures.
• Assist with retracting tissues, cutting sutures, and counting sponges, needles, instruments, and other supplies.
• Handle, prepare, label, and dispose of surgical specimens according to established protocols.
• Assist with applying surgical dressings.
• Ensure the availability of procedure-specific instruments and equipment in accordance with departmental protocols and surgeon preference cards.
• Assist with transporting patients to the operating room and positioning them safely on the operating table.
• Apply appropriate sterilization methods for specialized instruments and equipment.
• Understand the proper use and operation of surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Operate sterilizers, surgical lights, suction equipment, and diagnostic equipment as required.
• Prepare and label medications accurately and safely under the direction of the surgeon and Registered Nurse.
• Assist with transferring patients to the recovery area following surgical procedures.
• Support operating room turnover, cleaning, and restocking between procedures.
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity, safety, and confidentiality at all times.
• Help maintain and update surgical instruments and specialized equipment in collaboration with the Registered Nurse.
• Assist with orienting new operating room staff members when required.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service sessions, and educational programs to support professional development.
• Promote teamwork, cooperation, and effective communication among healthcare team members.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Deliver professional, compassionate, and respectful service to patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Graduate of an accredited civilian or military Operating Room Technician or Surgical Technician program.
• Current NBSTSA certification required and must be maintained.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Orthopedic surgical experience strongly preferred.