Explore Central Texas While Advancing Surgical Care!

JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS
Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Travel - (Surg Tech - OR)
StartDate: 7/6/2026 Available Shifts: 12 D/E/N Pay Rate: $1637.00 - $1738.00

The Surgical Technologist 1 functions in the inter-operative phase of patient care to expedite surgical procedures, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position assists the surgical team through the use of equipment and instrumentation to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, and that required equipment is available and functioning properly.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the ROLEDiscusses any special needs with the surgeon before surgery and scrubs in to surgery in an adequate time for proper preparation of instruments before the surgeon scrubs in. Prepares the operative site by aseptically cleaning and patient clipping, as needed. Prepares and maintains the instrument table(s) in an organized and comprehensive manner to avoid damage to instrumentation as well as incorrect needs or instrument counts. Identifies damaged or incomplete trays, rectifies discrepancies immediately, or contacts those that can help in order to avoid delays or injury. Sets up the operating room according to surgical procedure schedules; arranges sterile set up of instrument table supplies and equipment required for specific procedure, carefully selecting and opening only needed supplies.

Required Qualifications
Surgical Technologist, OR
Experience: 2 years
Certifications: BLS; CERT-NBSTSA- CST
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Top Skills:2 Years min experience, must have experience in Cardiac and Vascular surgery as well as general surgeries

FACILITY LOCATION
With a downtown area rich in cultural history, Temple is one of Central Texas' true gems. History fans will want to check out the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum to learn about the region's history as a railway town. Temple College provides the city with a vibrant youth population, and the city is just miles away from many other universities including Baylor and the University of Texas, where sports fans can check out the Division I athletics year-round.

JOB BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

* Competitive pay rates
* Free, quality, private housing
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* 401(k) and Flex Spending
* Life Insurance
* Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
* Free Continuing Education
* Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Surgical Technologist, OR
Experience: 2 years
Certifications: BLS; CERT-NBSTSA- CST
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Top Skills:2 Years min experience, must have experience in Cardiac and Vascular surgery as well as general surgeries