Certified OR Technician / Surgical Technologist [Portland, OR] - CST 26-11863

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Certified OR Technician / Surgical Technologist (CST)

Location: Portland, OR 97213
Job Type: Contract (No Benefits)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Schedule: 3 × 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

Local Candidates Required: Yes
Travel Candidates Accepted: Yes

Pay Rate

• Local Candidates: $45–$50/hour, depending on experience
• Travel Candidates: $1,900–$2,100/week, depending on experience

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Certified OR Technician / Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgical procedures in an acute care hospital setting. The ideal candidate will have previous operating room experience, the required professional certification, and the ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and on-call rotations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room and ensure surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are available for procedures.
• Assist surgical teams during operative procedures while maintaining a sterile environment.
• Prepare and maintain sterile fields in accordance with established protocols.
• Handle surgical instruments and supplies safely and efficiently.
• Follow infection prevention, sterilization, and patient safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation using electronic medical record systems.
• Participate in weekend scheduling and on-call rotations as required.

Required Skills & Experience

• Previous travel assignment experience is required.
• Experience working as a Certified Operating Room Technician or Surgical Technologist.
• Experience in a short-term acute care hospital setting.
• Familiarity with Epic charting is preferred.
• Willingness to work weekends and participate in on-call rotations.
• Expected patient ratio: 1:1.
• Floating between units is not required.

Required Education

• Completion of an accredited or otherwise appropriate Surgical Technology training program.

Required Certifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

Schedule Details

• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
• Three 12-hour shifts per week.
• Weekend availability and participation in on-call rotations are required as scheduled.
• This is a 13-week contract assignment with no benefits.