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Travel Operating Room Surgical Technologist (OR Tech) – 13-Week Contract in Wausau, WI

Join a high-performing surgical services team as an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) in Wausau, Wisconsin. This 13-week travel OR Tech assignment offers the opportunity to support a busy, multi-specialty operating room while working primarily with orthopedic, neurologic, and spine procedures. Wausau combines the advantages of a welcoming community with easy access to central Wisconsin’s parks, trails, rivers, and year-round outdoor recreation.

Travel Surgical Technologist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,760–$1,890
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel contract
• Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 13, 2027
• Schedule: 40 hours per week; 8-hour day shifts, generally 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with variable days
• Call Requirement: Approximately 6–8 weeknight call shifts and 1–2 weekend call assignments during the contract, with a 30-minute response time
• Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Weekend coverage for call; holiday rotation as needed
• Floating: May be asked to support nearby affiliated surgical locations when needed
• Orientation: 8 hours

Operating Room Surgical Technologist Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of recent operating room or perioperative experience
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• Trauma Level II experience required
• Strong recent experience in orthopedic, neurologic, and spine procedures, including complex spine and craniotomy cases
• Experience with total joint procedures required
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program required
• High school diploma required
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through NBSTSA or NCCT required
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• Reliable personal transportation required due to call responsibilities
• Ability to respond to the operating room within 30 minutes when on call
• Strong communication skills, adaptability, resilience, and a collaborative work ethic

Operating Room Surgical Technologist Responsibilities

• Prepare and efficiently set up operating rooms for scheduled surgical procedures
• Review case carts and verify that instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and ready
• Scrub orthopedic, neurologic, and spine cases, including complex procedures and total joint replacements
• Maintain sterile technique and support the surgical team throughout each procedure
• Turn over operating rooms efficiently between procedures in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Assist with call cases and respond promptly according to call coverage requirements
• Support additional specialties such as general surgery, gynecology, urology, plastics, ENT, and gastrointestinal procedures when needed
• Complete downtime tasks and help maintain an organized, safe, and efficient operating room
• Collaborate with colleagues and assist with orientation or skill development for new team members
• Adapt to changing procedural needs, staffing assignments, and floating requirements

Apply now for this travel Surgical Technologist opportunity in Wausau, Wisconsin, and join a collaborative operating room team.

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.