Travel Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - $45 to $50 per hour in Los Angeles, CA

Surgical Technologist | Los Angeles, CA | 13 Weeks Contract

Join a premier surgical services team where your precision, technical expertise, and dedication to patient safety help deliver exceptional surgical outcomes. We’re seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to support a variety of surgical procedures in Los Angeles, CA. If you thrive in a fast-paced operating room environment and enjoy being an integral part of the surgical team, this travel opportunity is for you!

Job Details

• Position: Surgical Technologist
• Location: Los Angeles
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Day Shift
• Schedule: 3×12
• Experience Required: 2 Years
• Pay Rate:$45 to $50 per hour

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms with sterile instruments, equipment, and surgical supplies before procedures
• Establish and maintain a sterile field throughout surgical procedures using strict aseptic techniques
• Assist surgeons by passing instruments, sutures, sponges, and other surgical supplies during operations
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team to promote efficient workflow and patient safety
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts before, during, and after surgical procedures
• Prepare specialty surgical equipment and instruments for a variety of surgical cases
• Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, and safe transfers before and after surgery
• Handle, label, and transport surgical specimens according to facility protocols
• Clean, restock, and prepare operating rooms between procedures
• Follow infection prevention, sterilization, and patient safety standards at all times
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesia providers, and perioperative staff to deliver high-quality surgical care

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential preferred or required by facility policy
• Minimum 2 years of recent Surgical Technologist experience in an acute care hospital
• Current BLS Certification required
• Experience assisting with general surgery and multiple surgical specialties preferred
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Ability to remain calm and efficient during routine and emergency surgical procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Ability to stand for extended periods and actively participate throughout surgical procedures