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Surgical Technologist, Operating Room Open Heart. The Surgical Technologist II supports surgical teams during routine and complex procedures by preparing instruments and supplies, maintaining aseptic technique, passing instruments, and assisting with room turnover. The role provides indirect patient care, supports safe specimen and medication handling, and serves as a role model for Surgical Technologist I staff.
Job Details Required
Completion of an accredited surgical technology program or formal structured surgical program; current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers; Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in SurgeryCertified (TS-C) certification; two or more years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience; cardiovascular operating room experience; knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy and physiology, safety procedures, computer systems, and equipment; ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, solve problems, communicate effectively, provide age- and developmentally appropriate care, foster effective working relationships, provide leadership, and apply critical-thinking skills.
Rotating 12-hour shifts with rotating start times of 6:45 a.m., 9:00 a.m., or 10:45 a.m.; 36 hours per week; on-call coverage required. Additional Information: Responsibilities include anticipating surgeon needs, preparing and verifying instruments and equipment, performing surgical counts, maintaining aseptic technique, handling specimens and medications according to policy, assisting with patient transportation and safe positioning, supporting equipment testing and maintenance, correcting breaks in aseptic technique, and assisting with safe restraint of uncooperative or combative patients.
The assignment is scheduled for 13 weeks beginning 11/16/2026. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits
About the role
Surgical Technologist, Operating Room Open Heart. The Surgical Technologist II supports surgical teams during routine and complex procedures by preparing instruments and supplies, maintaining aseptic technique, passing instruments, and assisting with room turnover. The role provides indirect patient care, supports safe specimen and medication handling, and serves as a role model for Surgical Technologist I staff.