Travel Surgical Tech Job
Surgical Tech needed for a 13-week travel assignment in a short-term acute care setting located in Vail, CO. Start date is May 11, 2026 with guaranteed hours of 32 per week and a rotating 3x12 shift. Weekly pay ranges from $1,644 to $1,698. This position supports the perioperative team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and requires strong sterile technique, instrument handling, and collaboration to maintain patient safety throughout operative procedures.
Key Highlights
- Start date: 05/11/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Weekly pay: $1,644–$1,698 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 32 per week
- Shift: Rotating 3x12
- Setting: Short-term acute care environment
- Location: Vail, Colorado
Responsibilities
- Assist during surgical procedures by maintaining a sterile field and providing instrumentation as needed to the surgical team.
- Prepare and inspect instruments, ensure proper packaging, verify moisture and seal integrity, check expiration dates, and verify sterile indicators when present.
- Monitor the sterile field for potential contamination or disruption and initiate corrective action under supervision to protect patient safety.
- Develop competency in Tier 1 surgical cases and participate in Time Out processes, including briefings and debriefings with the perioperative team.
- Help with patient transports, room turnovers, and room preparation to support efficient turnover and patient flow.
- Demonstrate professional behavior, stay current with new technologies and procedures, and model Just Culture principles within the team.
- Maintain HIPAA compliance and contribute to a safe, high-quality patient care environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
Requirements
- Licensure: Licensed Surgical Technologist in Colorado (active required).
- Education: Completion of a Certified Surgical Technologist program and/or licensure as a Surgical Technologist.
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Experience/Skills: Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique; familiarity with AORN standards; good communication with the perioperative team.
- Language: Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking).
- Onboarding: Ability to obtain required computer skills within 90 days to complete online learning, access policies, and participate in benefits enrollment.
- Physical/Environment: Ability to perform required duties in a surgical setting, with the ability to stand for extended periods and assist with instrument handling and positioning as needed.
- Compliance: HIPAA compliance required.
Benefits and Support
- Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the travel engagement
- Dedicated point of contact for credentialing and onboarding processes
- Structured travel assignment with clearly defined hours and shift expectations
- Access to resources and guidance to maintain compliance and professional development during the assignment
Find more opportunities
Interested in other travel roles? Visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC’s careers page to view additional openings and apply: 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.
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