
Certified Surgical Technologist(CST) / Travel / Operating Room
- Agency
- MAS Medical Staffing
- Location
- Portland, ME
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
Typical pay
- Median hourly (Maine)
- $41.82
- Median weekly (40 h)
- $1,673
- Median yearly
- $86,986
MAS Medical Staffing doesn't list the pay for this job. Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Maine pay a median of $41.82/hour; travel and locum contracts usually pay more because they add housing and travel stipends. Ask the recruiter for the exact rate when you apply.
Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Maine right now
- 426 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Maine from 6 agencies, 115 of them in Portland.
- Pay in these listings: $33.04 – $92.08/hour, median $58.34/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Maine: $41.82/hour ($86,986/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($76.79/hour across 60 jobs).
Job description
We are seeking an experienced (minimum 2 years level 1 trained) Travel CST to join our team specializing in General surgery procedures at our busy Level One Trauma Center.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise as a CST, exceptional patient care, and the ability to thrive in a fast paced, high-stress environment.
CST must be competent in Robotics (Davinci Xi and SP), Pediatrics, Burns, Trauma, Whipples, and HIPEC.
Position Template
Facility Name: Maine Medical Center
Floor: Operating Room
Location Address: 22 Bramhall Street Portland, Maine 04102
Position Information:
• Facility Department/Cost Center: Operating Room, 140.823273
• Role (RN, Tech, LPN, PT, etc.): CST
• Specialty: Operating Room
• Number of Openings: numerous
• Shift: 7a-7:30p for days
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: 36 (unless otherwise noted): 1:4 weekends, 12 hour shifts
• Call Requirements: one overnight call, 11p-7a for Trauma call, if on a specialty team, call will be scheduled per specialty team rules (Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular, Neuro, Ortho)
• Years of Experience: at least 2 years of experience plus travel experience
• Float Requirements: N/A
Education & Certifications Required:
• Required Certifications (will this be consistent for all similar skillset on unit or specific to this Position Request) :
CST required
• Education Modules (will this be consistent for all similar skillset on unit or specific to this Position Request) :
Unit Information:
• Number of Beds: 26
• Patient Ratios: 1:1
• Equipment: Storz, Stryker, Olympus, Intuitive Robot
• EMR: Epic
Hiring Profile:
• Must Have Skills/Experience: min. 2 years of level 1 trauma experience
• Preferred Skillset/Experience: General, GU/GYN, Ortho trauma, ortho joints, Neurosurgery, ENT, Pediatrics, Plastics, Dental, Endovascular
• Type of Patients on Unit: Operating Room
• Personality Fit: flexible, accountable, timely, teamplayer
Dress Code:
• Scrub Color: Teal scrubs issued from the hospital
• Any unacceptable attire: N/A
Misc./Other Information:
Comments
Reason for opening (special, internal vacancy, leave coverage)
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How long has it been open?
Will position be required to float to other units?
Number of beds in your facility?
Years of experience required?
Who else in your organization will be involved in the interview or selection process? (Please include name, phone number and email address)
Willing to review clinicians with pending state license?
Is there anyone in the past that has worked for you that you would consider rehiring?
What is the work schedule for this position? (days needed, hours or shift)
EMR for your facility:
Scrub colors / dress code:
Parking location:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise as a CST, exceptional patient care, and the ability to thrive in a fast paced, high-stress environment.
CST must be competent in Robotics (Davinci Xi and SP), Pediatrics, Burns, Trauma, Whipples, and HIPEC.
Position Template
Facility Name: Maine Medical Center
Floor: Operating Room
Location Address: 22 Bramhall Street Portland, Maine 04102
Position Information:
• Facility Department/Cost Center: Operating Room, 140.823273
• Role (RN, Tech, LPN, PT, etc.): CST
• Specialty: Operating Room
• Number of Openings: numerous
• Shift: 7a-7:30p for days
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: 36 (unless otherwise noted): 1:4 weekends, 12 hour shifts
• Call Requirements: one overnight call, 11p-7a for Trauma call, if on a specialty team, call will be scheduled per specialty team rules (Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular, Neuro, Ortho)
• Years of Experience: at least 2 years of experience plus travel experience
• Float Requirements: N/A
Education & Certifications Required:
• Required Certifications (will this be consistent for all similar skillset on unit or specific to this Position Request) :
CST required
• Education Modules (will this be consistent for all similar skillset on unit or specific to this Position Request) :
Unit Information:
• Number of Beds: 26
• Patient Ratios: 1:1
• Equipment: Storz, Stryker, Olympus, Intuitive Robot
• EMR: Epic
Hiring Profile:
• Must Have Skills/Experience: min. 2 years of level 1 trauma experience
• Preferred Skillset/Experience: General, GU/GYN, Ortho trauma, ortho joints, Neurosurgery, ENT, Pediatrics, Plastics, Dental, Endovascular
• Type of Patients on Unit: Operating Room
• Personality Fit: flexible, accountable, timely, teamplayer
Dress Code:
• Scrub Color: Teal scrubs issued from the hospital
• Any unacceptable attire: N/A
Misc./Other Information:
Comments
Reason for opening (special, internal vacancy, leave coverage)
*******************************************************************************
How long has it been open?
Will position be required to float to other units?
Number of beds in your facility?
Years of experience required?
Who else in your organization will be involved in the interview or selection process? (Please include name, phone number and email address)
Willing to review clinicians with pending state license?
Is there anyone in the past that has worked for you that you would consider rehiring?
What is the work schedule for this position? (days needed, hours or shift)
EMR for your facility:
Scrub colors / dress code:
Parking location:
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