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Travel Surgical Technologist – OR Neuro/Spine | Louisville, KY Contract

Position Overview

Experienced Surgical Technologist needed for a 13-week travel contract in Louisville, Kentucky, supporting neuro and spine surgery in a hospital operating room.

Join a collaborative surgical services team as an experienced Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Surgical Tech, or OR Tech. In this on-site role, you will help ensure safe, efficient intraoperative care by preparing surgical instruments, maintaining aseptic technique, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team during neuro, spine, and craniotomy procedures. Louisville offers a welcoming blend of cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and vibrant community life, making it an appealing destination for your next travel healthcare assignment.

Travel Surgical Technologist Job Details

• Location: Louisville, Kentucky
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,310–$1,410
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: September 13, 2026
• End Date: December 12, 2026
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• Shift Duration: 8-hour shifts
• Hours: 40 guaranteed hours per week
• Call Requirement: 36 hours per 6-week schedule, including approximately one call assignment every 5–6 weeks
• Healthcare Setting: On-site operating room and surgical services

Surgical Technologist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of operating room surgical technology experience
• Recent experience with neuro procedures, including spine and craniotomy cases
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• One of the following certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C), or Certified Operating Room and Surgical Technician (CORST)
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system, and aseptic technique
• Ability to support surgical procedures involving patients across the lifespan, from neonates through geriatric patients
• Strong prioritization, problem-solving, communication, and emergency-response skills

Operating Room Surgical Technologist Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team with patient care throughout the intraoperative period.
• Prepare, handle, organize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Anticipate the surgeon’s needs and provide appropriate instruments and supplies during neuro, spine, and other surgical procedures.
• Apply aseptic technique consistently to promote positive patient outcomes.
• Perform sponge, sharp, and instrument counts in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate accountability for the care, preparation, handling, and maintenance of surgical instrumentation.
• Recognize and respond promptly to urgent or emergency situations in the operating room.
• Follow professional standards of practice and support safe, efficient surgical workflows.

Apply now for this travel Surgical Technologist opportunity supporting neuro and spine surgery in Louisville, Kentucky.

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.