Travel Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - $1,700 to $1,850 per week in Redwood City, CA

AlliedTravelCareers
  • Redwood City, CA
  • $1,700–$1,850
3 days ago

Job Description

AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified CST in Redwood City, California, 94061!

Surgical Technologist | Redwood City, CA | 13 Weeks Contract

The OR is no place for guesswork. It takes preparation, precision, teamwork, and someone who knows exactly where the right instrument is when the surgeon needs it. We’re seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to join a dedicated perioperative team in Redwood City, CA.

If you’re calm under pressure, organized to the last instrument, and passionate about patient safety, this could be your next great assignment.

Job Details
  • Position: Surgical Technologist (Surgical Tech)
  • Location: Redwood City, CA
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Day Shift
  • Schedule: 4×10
  • Experience Required: 2 Years
  • Weekly Pay:$1,700 to $1,850
Roles and Responsibilities
  • Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for scheduled procedures
  • Set up and maintain the sterile field according to established surgical protocols
  • Assist surgeons and surgical assistants by passing instruments, supplies, and equipment efficiently
  • Anticipate the needs of the surgical team throughout procedures
  • Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, draping, and other pre-operative activities
  • Perform accurate counts of instruments, sponges, needles, and other surgical items
  • Handle and prepare surgical specimens according to facility policies
  • Assist with operating room turnover and prepare the room for subsequent procedures
  • Inspect surgical instruments and equipment for cleanliness, functionality, and readiness
  • Maintain sterile technique and immediately report or address breaks in sterility
  • Assist with cleaning and appropriate handling of surgical equipment after procedures
  • Maintain accurate documentation related to procedures, supplies, and equipment
  • Collaborate closely with surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesia professionals, and other perioperative staff
  • Follow infection prevention, patient safety, OSHA, HIPAA, and facility policies
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient operating room environment
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program
  • Minimum 2 years of recent Surgical Technologist experience
  • Current CST certification required by facility
  • Current BLS Certification required
  • Strong knowledge of surgical instruments, sterile technique, surgical procedures, and infection prevention
  • Experience supporting multiple surgical specialties preferred
  • Familiarity with operating room equipment and surgical technologies
  • Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced OR environment
  • Strong ability to anticipate surgical team needs
  • Commitment to patient safety and high-quality perioperative care

Numbers & Facts

LocationRedwood City, CA
Salary$1,700–$1,850

Skills

  • Anesthesiologyunmatched
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Groundskeepingunmatched
  • HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)unmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Infection Controlunmatched
  • OSHAunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Safetyunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Sample/Specimen Processingunmatched
  • Sterilizationunmatched
  • Surgical Proceduresunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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