Travel Surgical Tech Job

Step into a pivotal role as a Surgical Tech in Sonora, California, and become a vital partner to surgeons, nurses, and patients during some of the most meaningful moments in healthcare. This opportunity begins on December 29, 2025, and leads you into a dynamic, weeks-long assignment pattern designed to showcase your expertise across a variety of settings. As a Surgical Tech, you'll be the steady hand and the organized mind that every operating room relies on-anticipating needs, maintaining a pristine sterile field, and orchestrating instrument counts, equipment readiness, and room setup with precision. You'll scrub, pass instruments, and support the surgical team with unwavering focus, helping to reduce procedure times and enable clinicians to deliver the highest standard of care. Your work won't be routine; it will be impactful, immersive, and deeply rewarding as you enable safe, efficient surgeries and contribute to positive patient outcomes.

California's Sonora offers a captivating backdrop for your professional journey. Nestled in the Sierra Foothills, this charming town blends historic character with modern convenience, offering access to outdoor adventures, scenic drives, and a community-centric lifestyle. From exploring nearby foothill trails to weekend escapes to Yosemite National Park's awe-inspiring vistas, the region fuels your energy and curiosity off the clock. California's diverse landscapes mean you'll gain exposure to a wide range of cases and hospital environments, all while enjoying the state's renowned culture, dining, and regional experiences. For those who crave a broader horizon, there is the opportunity to work across multiple U.S. locations, experiencing new teams, facilities, and patient populations while maintaining a strong sense of professional purpose and personal growth.

Role specifics and benefits come together to create a compelling path for surgical technologists who want to expand their scope and impact. In this position, you'll support the operating room team through key responsibilities : preparing sterile fields, ensuring instrument availability and functionality, assisting with anesthesia equipment and procedural needs, and helping to maintain patient safety and aseptic technique from pre-op through post-op turnover. You'll collaborate closely with surgeons to anticipate instrument requirements, maintain situational awareness, and respond quickly to changing clinical needs. The role offers significant professional growth; you'll gain exposure to diverse procedures, anesthesia modalities, and perioperative workflows, positioning you for advanced scrub tech opportunities or OR support roles as you continue to build specialized competencies. In addition to daily responsibilities, the position offers competitive compensation, including a weekly pay range of $1,464 to $1,561, with the potential for bonuses and performance-based incentives. Housing assistance is available to ease relocation or temporary housing needs, and there are extension opportunities that allow you to continue your journey with trusted teams across different facilities. You'll also receive robust support from a dedicated, 24 / 7 travel support team that remains accessible around the clock, ensuring you never feel alone on the road or in a busy OR schedule. While assignments are weeks in duration, you can anticipate a structured, collaborative environment designed to maximize your efficiency, safety, and job satisfaction.

Company values center on empowering staff, fostering a culture of growth, and creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where teamwork and open communication are prioritized. The organization is committed to your career advancement, offering ongoing credentialing assistance, continuing education resources, and mentorship that helps transform daily responsibilities into long-term professional milestones. You'll find a community that celebrates your expertise, respects your autonomy, and provides the tools and encouragement you need to expand your capabilities, whether your interest lies in advanced sterile technique, specialized instrument sets, or leadership opportunities within perioperative services.

If you're ready to bring precision, care, and resilience to the operating room while exploring California's beauty and the broader U.S. landscape, this is the opportunity to join a company that values your contribution and supports your professional development every step of the way. Apply now to embark on a travel surgical tech journey that aligns your skills with meaningful patient care, meaningful locations, and meaningful growth. This is more than a job-it's a path to elevate your career and make a lasting impact in perioperative medicine.

Please note : The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing

TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

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Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24 / 7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $1,000 per referral - no employment required.

EEO Statement

TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.