Travel Surgical Technologist

15 hours ago


Bakersfield, California, United States Sterling Therapy Solutions Full time

Job Overview

Seeking an experienced Travel Surgical Tech (OR Tech) for a 13-week assignment in a high-volume, multi-specialty operating room. This role requires strong technical skills across a wide range of specialties including Neuro, Total Joints, Major Vascular, Hearts, General, GYN, Urology, Plastics, and limited Podiatry. The OR includes 10 dedicated surgical suites and averages 30 cases per day. Travelers must be confident, adaptable, and able to float between all OR rooms except the heart room.

Title: Surgical Tech – OR Tech (Travel Assignment)

Location: Bakersfield, CA 93301

Start Date: January 5, 2026

Assignment Length: 13 Weeks

Shift: Days | 12-hour shifts | 36 guaranteed hours/week

Unit: OR Tech

Setting: Acute Care | Operating Room

Charting System: Cerner

Shift Notes

  • 9:00 AM start
  • Every other weekend required
  • Call required

Orientation

  • 12 hours

Required Experience & Credentials

  • Experience: Minimum 2 years
  • License: Required
  • Certifications: BLS

Unit Breakdown & Case Types

The OR department contains 10 operating rooms:

  • Room 1: Neuro
  • Rooms 4 & 7: Total Joint Implants
  • Room 5: Major Vascular
  • Room 6: Hearts (across from cath lab)
  • Room 10: Robotics
  • Remaining Rooms: General, GYN, Urology, Plastics, small amount of Podiatry

Average: ~30 cases/day across all rooms

Required Surgical Tech Skills

Must be proficient in:

  • Neuro
  • Total Joint Implants
  • Major Vascular
  • Hearts
  • General Surgery
  • GYN
  • Urology
  • Plastics
  • Limited Podiatry

Not performed: Ophthalmology, Bariatrics

Department Notes

  • Surgical techs scrub all cases
  • RNFA performs first assist
  • 7 nursing assistants support turnover, equipment movement, and patient transport
  • Floating required between all OR rooms except Room 6

For More Information:

Please contact:

Ivy Carter – Senior Recruiter

Email:

Call/Text:

Pay: $ $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person



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