Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist Assistant for a travel job in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Surgical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Certified First Surgical Assistant in a healthcare facility located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This full-time day shift position involves supporting surgical teams within the perioperative environment, ensuring quality care, and assisting surgeons during procedures. The role requires active participation in maintaining sterile techniques and providing technical assistance during surgeries.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 4 - 10 hour days, dayshift only, with no call requirement and no block schedule guaranteed. The position may include floating to other intra-departmental units such as Orthopedics or Neurology.
- Required Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA). Certifications required include BLS (American Heart Association) and Active National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, valid licensure to submit, and the candidate must meet the specified experience requirements.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in robotic cases and familiarity with hospital-owned and communication-provided sterile instrumentation.
- Additional Information: Orientation will be abbreviated, assuming an experienced first assist can adapt quickly to surgeons after initial bedside placement. The charting system used is EPIC. The candidate must be able to set up, pass, and assist with a variety of surgical cases, understanding roles specific to robotic surgeries.
- Travel and Deployment Details: This position is based in an acute care setting with a bed size of 13 ORs. The facility utilizes hospital-provided scrubs, and the role does not involve weekends or on-call duties.
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
Cross Country Job ID #1297205. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Certified First Surgical Assistant
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus