Travel Surgical Technologist

Location: Warwick, RI 02886
Position Type: Travel Contract
Assignment Duration: Immediate need through mid-to-late February
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Shift: Days
Experience Level: Experienced

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Travel Surgical Technologist for an immediate contract opportunity at a busy orthopedic ambulatory surgery center in Warwick, Rhode Island. This assignment is expected to run through mid-to-late February.

The ideal candidate will have operating room experience, strong sterile technique, and the ability to work collaboratively with surgeons, registered nurses, and other clinical staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, quality patient care in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Function as a certified surgical scrub technician in the operating room and procedure rooms.
• Prepare operating rooms by ensuring all necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment are available.
• Assist with the care, preparation, maintenance, and sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Demonstrate proficiency with sterilizers, high-level disinfectors, instrument washers, and other designated processing equipment.
• Understand and operate surgical equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and facility protocols.
• Review daily surgical schedules and prepare rooms, supplies, and equipment accordingly.
• Anticipate the needs of surgeons and the surgical team during procedures.
• Respond appropriately to patient care needs and emergency situations under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Communicate relevant patient information to physicians, nurses, and appropriate clinical staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist with stocking, replenishing, and organizing surgical supplies.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and all applicable safety regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Surgical Technologist certification required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum of one year of operating room experience as a Surgical Technologist.
• Orthopedic surgical experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center environment.
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with surgeons, nurses, and other members of the surgical team.

Assignment Details

• Travel contract opportunity.
• Monday–Friday schedule.
• Day shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
• Location: Warwick, Rhode Island.
• Anticipated assignment completion: Mid-to-late February.
• Immediate coverage need.

Join a collaborative surgical team and make an impact while providing essential coverage during this temporary assignment.