Travel Surgical Tech in Puyallup, WA

Float to inpatient areas (MS, ICU, PCU, ED Holding, PACU, ED) during low OR census as a helping hand, tasker, or runner — working within scope of practice; no patient assignments or medication administration required. Support procedures in ortho (including total joints), spine, sports medicine, robotics ( DaVinci XI ), ENT, general surgery, gynecology, vascular, urology, and podiatry.

Job Title

Surgical Technologist – 10-Hour Days

Location

Puyallup, WA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | Variable start times (6:30 AM, 8:30 AM, or 10:30 AM) | Onsite | Weekends as needed | On-call required

Key Responsibilities

• Scrub surgical cases across a high-volume OR environment running 40–50 cases per day across 11–12 operating rooms, including a hybrid OR
• Support procedures in ortho (including total joints), spine, sports medicine, robotics (DaVinci XI), ENT, general surgery, gynecology, vascular, urology, and podiatry
• Perform on-call duties as assigned, including nights and weekends; expected on-call frequency is approximately 4–6 shifts per 6-week schedule period with a 30-minute response time required
• Float to inpatient areas (MS, ICU, PCU, ED Holding, PACU, ED) during low OR census as a helping hand, tasker, or runner — working within scope of practice; no patient assignments or medication administration required
• Utilize facility charting and medication dispensing systems including Epic, Alaris, and Pyxis
• Adhere to facility break policies and maintain a flexible, team-oriented approach to scheduling based on department needs

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of acute/inpatient OR experience as a Surgical Technologist
• Strong hands-on experience in ortho, sports medicine, spine, and robotics (DaVinci) is required
• Active Washington State Surgical Technologist registration required
• BLS certification required
• Must be available to work 7 days a week unless otherwise approved; must be willing to make up any approved time-off days at the end of the contract
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position; prior travel experience required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) credential preferred, though not required by Washington State
• Robotic experience with Robotic Mazer and/or DaVinci XI systems
• Epic proficiency, particularly for candidates being considered for CAP backfill or preceptor roles
• Demonstrated flexibility, reliability, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced surgical environment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a Level III Trauma Center with a high-volume, diverse surgical caseload across a modern 12-room OR suite including a hybrid OR
• Scrubs are provided on-site, and orientation includes dedicated unit training to support a smooth transition into the role