Allied Health - Surg Tech-OR

Details

Client Name

Eisenhower Health

Job Type

Travel

Offering

Allied

Profession

Allied Health

Specialty

Surg Tech-OR

Job ID

34800029

Job Title

Allied Health - Surg Tech-OR

Weekly Pay

$1083.5

Shift Details

Shift

8 hour days

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Order Details

Start Date

12 / 08 / 2025

End Date

03 / 07 / 2026

Duration

13 Week(s)

Job Description

Job Title : Surgical Technologist (Surgical Tech)

Job Summary :

A Surgical Technologist, also known as a Scrub Tech or Operating Room Technician, is a healthcare professional who assists in surgical operations. They work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other medical personnel to ensure surgeries are carried out safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities :

Preoperative Duties :

Prepare operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments, sterile drapes, and equipment.

Ensure all tools are sterilized and functioning properly.

Assist in prepping patients for surgery (e.g., sterilizing the incision site).

Intraoperative Duties :

Pass instruments and supplies to the surgeon during procedures.

Maintain a sterile field to avoid contamination.

Anticipate the surgeon's needs and respond promptly.

Operate or assist with equipment such as suction machines or retractors.

Postoperative Duties :

Count sponges, needles, and instruments to ensure none are retained in the patient.

Dispose of used supplies and sterilize equipment.

Assist with applying dressings and transferring patients to recovery.

Administrative / Support Tasks :

Maintain surgical logs and inventory.

Order and restock supplies.

Support operating room cleanliness and safety protocols.

Qualifications :

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program (typically a diploma, certificate, or associate degree).

Certification through NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) or NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) preferred or required based on state.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification often required.

Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and ability to remain calm under pressure.

Licensing and Certification Requirements by State (U.S.) :

StateCertification or Licensure Requirement

Mandatory Certification

TexasCertification required (CST through NBSTSA).

IndianaMust be certified unless grandfathered.

South CarolinaCertification required.

TennesseeMust be certified or currently enrolled in an accredited program.

IdahoCertification required.

NevadaMust be registered and certified.

New JerseyMust be certified (CST) unless grandfathered.

OregonRegistration and certification required.

Voluntary or Not Required

CaliforniaNot required, but many employers prefer it.

FloridaNot required by state law.

New YorkNot required, but employers often require certification.

IllinoisNot mandatory, but preferred by employers.

GeorgiaNot required, certification preferred.

Note : Always check with the state licensing board or health department for the most current regulations, as requirements may change.

Client Details

Address

39000 Bob Hope Dr

City

Rancho Mirage

State

CA

Zip Code

92270

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