Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in San Diego, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Surgical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician in San Diego, California. This position involves providing patient care duties and supporting activities within the operating room suite. The role requires experience in orthopedic, neuro, and robotic procedures, with an emphasis on safety, compliance, and efficient surgical support.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Evenings shift starting at 10:30 PM, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Minimum of three years as a scrub person in a hospital setting, with experience in orthopedic, neuro, and robotic procedures. Certification as a Scrub Technician is preferred. BLS for Healthcare Providers is required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Approved program for Operating Room Technicians or demonstrated technical skills through on-the-job training.
- Additional Information: Successfully completes and maintains all regulatory requirements including licensing and certification. Adheres to all safety and compliance policies, including TB testing, safety testing, HIPAA training, and other mandatory education. Demonstrates knowledge of procedures, anticipates needs during cases, manages physician preference cards, maintains instrument tray accountability, and actively participates in department improvements and teaching activities.
- On Call: 12 hours of weekend and 20 hours of weekday on-call time within a 4-week period, with a 30-minute response time. Scheduled two shifts every other weekend. One shift per pay period may be canceled without pay.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Posted Date: 2026-07-31
Cross Country Job ID #1282769. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Surgical Technician/Operating Rm Tech
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus