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Travel Surgical Tech Job

HealthForce Healthcare
Rochester, NY Contractor
POSTED ON 4/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026
Overview

Travel Surgical Technologist – Cardiac OR, Rochester, NY. This 13-week travel assignment starts on 04/27/2026 with a weekly pay range of $1,713 to $1,745 and no guaranteed hours. The role uses a 12-hour shift in an inpatient surgical services environment, supporting adult cardiac procedures (e.g., CABG, TAVI, and heart‑failure devices) from the scrub position and assisting the OR team with turnover and instrument handling.

Key Highlights

  • Weekly pay: $1,713–$1,745 per week
  • Guaranteed hours: None
  • Contract duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 12-hour shifts
  • Start date: 04/27/2026
  • Setting: Cardiac OR in an acute care, inpatient surgical service
  • Fast credentialing
  • Housing assistance
  • Extension opportunities

Responsibilities

  • Prepare instruments, equipment, and supplies for adult cardiac procedures; assist the surgical team from the scrub position during operations
  • Maintain sterile technique, ensure accurate surgical counts, and safely handle solutions and pharmacologic agents under RN direction
  • Scrub and circulate during cardiac surgeries (e.g., CABG, TAVI) and assist with room turnover between cases
  • Manage instrument and supply turnover, safe handling of sharps, and equipment readiness throughout the case
  • Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support patient safety and procedural flow; respond to unit needs and assist with documentation as appropriate
  • Support on-call coverage and unit needs per operational requirements

Requirements

  • NY State Surgical Technologist license required
  • NBSTSA certification or 10 years of experience as a Surgical Technician
  • Two (2) years or recent experience in a cardiac OR
  • Able to scrub and circulate
  • BLS certification (American Heart Association)
  • Operating room experience in a level 1 trauma setting is highly desired

Benefits and Support

  • Weekly pay: $1,713–$1,745 per week
  • Housing assistance
  • Extension opportunities
  • 24/7 recruiter and travel support
  • Fast credentialing
  • Dedicated support throughout the assignment
  • Nationwide assignments
  • Referral bonus up to $1,000

Find more opportunities

If this role isn’t a fit, explore other travel Surgical Technologist openings with Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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