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Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) / OR Technician – Sacramento, CA Travel Contract

Join a Sacramento, California operating room team as a Travel Surgical Technologist or OR Technician. This on-site travel healthcare job is ideal for an experienced surgical technologist who takes pride in maintaining sterile technique, anticipating surgical team needs, and supporting safe, efficient procedures across a broad range of specialties. Sacramento offers the appeal of California’s state capital, with tree-lined neighborhoods, a vibrant food and arts scene, and convenient access to outdoor recreation.

Travel Surgical Technologist Job Details

• Location: Sacramento, CA 95816
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel contract
• Contract Dates: November 9, 2026 – February 8, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,580–$1,690
• Healthcare Setting: Operating Room / Surgical Services
• Schedule: Day shift, 5 shifts per week; 8-hour shifts
• Shift Hours: Approximately 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Call: Approximately 4–5 days per month, including weekends
• Float: Occasional float to an ambulatory surgery setting on the same campus
• Patient Population: Neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Daily Surgical Volume: Approximately 50–60 procedures

OR Technician and Surgical Technologist Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent, relevant operating room or surgical technology experience
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or equivalent military training as a scrub technician
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an accepted provider
• Current surgical technician certification, such as Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), TS-C, or NRST
• Knowledge of surgical instruments, procedures, equipment, human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Experience with electronic health records and standard computer applications
• Strong organization, communication, prioritization, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a high-volume operating room with frequent interruptions
• Commitment to patient privacy, surgical safety standards, aseptic technique, and regulatory requirements

Operating Room Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and the surgical team across a diverse range of procedures, including general, orthopedic, vascular, gynecologic, urologic, ophthalmic, cardiovascular, and robotic surgeries.
• Establish and maintain a sterile field, including preparation of sterile tables, instruments, supplies, and patient draping.
• Select, prepare, inspect, and organize surgical equipment and supplies for each procedure.
• Anticipate the needs of surgeons and other members of the surgical team to promote safe, efficient patient care.
• Support procedures involving specialties such as abdominal surgery, vascular surgery, spine and orthopedic procedures, ENT, thoracic surgery, gynecology, urology, and robotic surgery.
• Complete required documentation, including electronic health record updates, supply tracking, inventory records, and specimen labeling.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe operating rooms before, during, and after procedures.
• Inspect equipment, perform quality control checks, identify malfunctions, and report concerns promptly.
• Follow fire, laser, radiation, sharps, sterilization, disinfection, universal protocol, and specimen-handling procedures.
• Protect patient health information and comply with department policies and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Participate in scheduled call coverage and float to the same-campus ambulatory surgery setting when needed.

Apply now to join this Sacramento, California travel healthcare opportunity as a Certified Surgical Technologist or OR Technician.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.