Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Surgical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 07/13/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
A Pediatric Cardiovascular Operating Room Technician (Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician) position is available in Tacoma, Washington. This role involves working in a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center within a Pediatric Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR). The chosen candidate will assist with complex cases including congenital heart surgeries, ECMO, ASD repairs, and more. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment.
Job Details:
- Location: Tacoma, Washington
- Schedule: 06/29/2026, Days shift from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Basic Life Support (BLS), Washington State License; a minimum of 3 years of Pediatric CVOR experience; experience scrubbing with the specified patient types and procedures; first scrub role experience involving handing supplies and counting instruments; proficiency with EPIC electronic medical record system.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience assisting with neonatal and adult-sized patients, handling congenital anomalies, and complex cardiothoracic cases.
- Additional Information: First-time traveler? No, unless 5+ Pediatric CVOR experience. Floating: Will help General Operating Room to assist with cases when not busy in CVOR. Weekend rotation: Call only. On call? Yes, one call shift per week (expected following morning) and two weekends in a six-week period (Friday to Monday morning), with a 30-minute response time.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Other Details: Hospital-provided scrubbing attire (color), free parking available.
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 #1244776. 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: Operating Room Tech / Pediatric Operating Room Open Heart
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
