Travel Surgical Technologist - $2,650 per week

ProKatchers is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Plano, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Surgical Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 10/06/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Shift: 06:45 AM - 07:15 PM - 3 x12s with required call - Avg 4 call shifts per month Work Experience: The Surgical Technologist 1 functions in the inter-operative phase of patient care to expedite surgical procedures, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position assists the surgical team through the use of equipment and instrumentation to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, and that required equipment is available and functioning properly. Discusses any special needs with the surgeon before surgery and scrubs in to surgery in an adequate time for proper preparation of instruments before the surgeon scrubs in. Prepares the operative site by aseptically cleaning and patient clipping, as needed. Prepares and maintains the instrument table(s) in an organized and comprehensive manner to avoid damage to instrumentation as well as incorrect needs or instrument counts. Identifies damaged or incomplete trays, rectifies discrepancies immediately, or contacts those that can help in order to avoid delays or injury. Sets up the operating room according to surgical procedure schedules; arranges sterile set up of instrument table supplies and equipment required for specific procedure, carefully selecting and opening only needed supplies. Ensures the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies during surgical procedures. Performs surgical counts of sponges, sharps, instruments, and misc. items, according to established policies and procedures. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and surgical team staff. Passes sterile supplies and equipment to surgeons and assistants during procedures, holds retractor devices, and acts to anticipate and respond to the surgical teams needs during course of surgery. Assists the surgical team with draping and positioning the patient. Receives surgical specimens following specimen protocol, and passes the specimen(s) off the sterile field to circulating nurse, verifying source of specimen. Assists with placement of surgical dressings to operative site following surgical case completion. Disassembles surgical instrumentation as indicated at end of the procedure, recycles as indicated, and appropriately disposes of sharps, fluids, and waste at end of the surgical procedure. Prepares soiled instrumentation for proper transportation to decontamination area. Ensures the cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, maintenance, and preparation of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for distribution. Cleans the operating room following each case, and returns equipment to appropriate storage areas. Follows infection control policies, Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Guidelines for Perioperative Practice, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, and other regulatory requirements in order to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and patients. Ensures proper orientation and knowledge of all equipment and instrumentation prior to patient use. Knowledge of infection prevention and regulatory sterilization standards. Knowledge of the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique. Knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies to assist surgical team with invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact with surgical and central sterile processing team members. Occasional exposure to chemical or radiation hazards. The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions. Education: Successful completion of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited OR other nationally accredited surgical technologist program until the 180th day after graduation Successful completion of formal training program for surgical technology in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service or one-year operating room technician program preferred License: Certified Surgical Technologist, BLS Certifications: BLS/CPR Certification. ProKatchers Job ID BSWHJP00005535. 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: Surgical Technologist 1 About ProKatchers Founded in 2016, ProKatchers Inc. is a JCC-certified organization and a recognized leader in healthcare staffing. Named one of the Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) for 2023–2024, we are proud to be among the top-rated companies in our industry. At ProKatchers, we offer both short- and long-term contracts, as well as travel opportunities for licensed and experienced healthcare professionals across the United States. We are committed to providing industry-leading benefits and personalized career support. We understand that finding the right fit is about more than just a job—it’s about aligning your career with your lifestyle. That’s why our dedicated team of career specialists takes the time to get to know you and match you with assignments that meet your goals and aspirations. ProKatchers has also been recognized by SIA as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work For—a testament to our employee-first approach. We specialize in placing clinical and allied health professionals in a wide range of healthcare settings, including acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term care centres, rehabilitation facilities, behavioural health canters, home and community health programs, urgent care clinics, and more. Benefits Medical benefits Vision benefits 401k retirement plan License and certification reimbursement Dental benefits Weekly pay Referral bonus

Location: Plano, Texas, US

Posted Date: 9/16/2025