Travel Surgical Tech in San Antonio, TX

Preferred Experience / Skills Ability to proficiently scrub in at least 3 specialty areas such as Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, or Robotics highly preferred. Set up the Operating Room by arranging tables, instruments, and supplies according to case type using physician preference cards as a guide; keep preference cards current and complete.

Job Title

Travel: Surgical Technologist Certified

Location

San Antonio, TX

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Full-Time | Onsite | Mid Shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM) | Projected Start: 07/27/2026

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery including skin preparation, positioning, and transport to and from the Operating Room in accordance with facility standards.
• Establish and maintain the sterile field; pass instruments and sutures to the physician and assist as directed throughout surgical procedures.
• Set up the Operating Room by arranging tables, instruments, and supplies according to case type using physician preference cards as a guide; keep preference cards current and complete.
• Monitor and control the surgical environment including traffic control, dress code compliance, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
• Identify and care for biological specimens; adhere to Universal Barrier Precautions in all patient care situations.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise in the use and care of surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment while maintaining aseptic technique throughout all procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or accredited LVN/LPN program required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification or active LVN/LPN license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required — American Heart Association (AHA) only.
• Minimum of 2 years of surgical technologist experience.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Ability to proficiently scrub in at least 3 specialty areas such as Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, or Robotics highly preferred.
• Familiarity with facility policies and procedures regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of instruments and supplies.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a high-acuity surgical environment with exposure to a wide range of specialty procedures on a 13-week travel contract.