Travel Surgical Technologist
3 days ago
Rochester
GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Rochester, New York. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Surgical Technologist, • Discipline: Allied Health Professional, • Start Date: 04/27/2026, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours Travel Surgical Technologist – Cardiac OR in Rochester, NY (14642). NBSTSA or 10+ years' experience, current BLS required. 13-week travel assignment starting April 27, 2026. \n\n Step into a high-impact role as a Surgical Technologist (Surgical Tech / Scrub Tech) in the Cardiac Operating Room at a leading hospital in Rochester, NY. Join a multidisciplinary cardiothoracic team performing advanced cardiac surgeries including CABG, TAVR/TAVI, VAD implantation, ECMO support, artificial heart procedures, and heart transplants. This travel surgical tech opportunity combines hands-on cardiac OR experience with the vibrant lifestyle and attractions of Rochester, New York—a city renowned for its beautiful parks, thriving arts scene, excellent dining, and proximity to the Finger Lakes region. Enjoy a high quality of life in a welcoming community while advancing your career in one of upstate New York's most dynamic cities. \n\nJob Details – Travel Surgical Tech (Cardiac OR)\n\n • Assignment Type: Travel\n, • Location: Rochester, NY 14642 (Rochester, New York – local candidates and national travelers considered)\n, • Setting: Hospital – Cardiac Operating Room / Cardiothoracic OR\n, • Start Date: April 27, 2026\n, • End Date: July 25, 2026\n, • Duration: 13 weeks\n, • Shifts: 3 x 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours/week), Day/Evening/Night rotation; weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed\n, • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,610 – $1,730\n\n\nSurgical Technologist Requirements – Cardiac OR\n\n, • NBSTSA Certification OR 10+ years' experience as a Surgical Technologist / Surgical Technician\n, • Minimum 2 years of recent cardiac operating room (Cardiac OR / Cardiothoracic OR) experience\n, • Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)\n, • Ability to scrub and circulate; experienced scrub tech for cardiac surgery procedures\n, • Valid New York State Surgical Technologist license (required)\n, • Operating room experience in a Level 1 trauma center preferred\n\n\nCardiac Surgical Technologist Responsibilities\n\n, • Prepare instruments, specialized cardiac equipment, and supplies for CABG, TAVR/TAVI, VAD, ECMO, artificial heart, and transplant cases\n, • Assist the surgical team from the scrub position; pass instruments and anticipate surgeon needs during cardiac procedures\n, • Circulate when required to support intraoperative workflow and patient safety\n, • Maintain strict sterile technique, safe handling of sharps, and adherence to infection control policies\n, • Perform and document surgical counts according to hospital policy\n, • Properly care for, handle, and prepare delicate cardiac instruments and devices; facilitate room turnover between cases\n, • Handle solutions and pharmacologic agents under RN direction and follow medication administration protocols\n, • Demonstrate flexibility with shift rotations, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments required for travel surgical tech roles\n\n\nWhy Join This Travel Cardiac OR Team?\n\n, • Hands-on cardiac OR experience with high-acuity procedures (CABG, TAVR/TAVI, VAD, ECMO, transplants)\n, • Competitive weekly pay for travel surgical techs\n, • Opportunity to work in a leading Rochester, NY hospital and expand cardiothoracic surgical skills\n GHR Healthcare - Travel Job ID #473591. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Hospital | Surgical Tech About GHR Healthcare - Travel For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.