Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Templeton, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Surgical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
The location in Templeton, California, is seeking a Surgical Technician specializing in Operating Room technology to support obstetrics-related procedures during night shifts. The position involves assisting in patient care during labor, delivery, and recovery, as well as surgical scrub duties and operating room support. The role requires providing support before, during, and after surgeries, with a focus on patient safety and operational efficiency. This position is represented by SEIU.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: High School Education/GED or equivalent; Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA); Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy.
- Preferred Qualifications: Associates/Technical Degree or equivalent related experience; Surgical Technician or Obstetrical Technician certification.
- Essential Functions: Assists in preparation of patient rooms, opens sterile supplies, and sets up for procedures utilizing aseptic technique with integrity checks on sterile packaging. Supports surgical team during operative procedures by providing supplies and instruments timely. Participates in protocol timeouts. Assists nursing staff with deliveries as directed, including patient preparation, positioning, transport, and discharge. Collects urinalysis specimens, records maternal vital signs, weight, height, and I&O measurements. Provides patient personal care and assists with daily activities. Prepares, positions, transports, transfers, and discharges patients. Performs any additional duties as assigned.
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: 2026-07-17
Cross Country Job ID #1275442. 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