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Surgical Tech

📍 Kearney, nebraska · · · 36 hrs/week

Allied HealthUHC-00177195
Candidate pay rate:$50.4/hr ≈ $1,814/wk before stipends Quick apply or call (408) 441-9200

Job description

Surgical Tech

Start Date: 12-07-2026

End Date: 03-08-2027

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $50.40 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Education

  • Completion of an accredited surgical tech program, Completion of an accredited medical personnel program such as CNA, MA, LPN, EMT I / II
  • Common Cases c-sections
  • Experience or 'Must have' skills Certifications above
  • Charge Nurse/House Supervisor both
  • Shifts & Scheduling 3 12-hour shifts, 6:30 to 7:00 for both shifts. Work will include one Saturday or Sunday each week, plus 2 weekdays, with a potential weekend call. Night tech will work every M, W, Th and potential call on weekends.
  • Weeknight/Call Requirement none
  • Weekend/Call Requirement potential
  • Holiday/Call Requirement will work holidays to maintain 24/7 coverage with other tech on unit
  • Is there a mandatory call/standby requirement?
  • What is call response time? 30 min or less
  • Floating Requirements none
  • Scrub Color/Dress Code Hospital scrubs provided
  • Unit/Department specific orientation
  • Additional Notes Essential Functions
  • Essential Function
  • Assists and supports surgical procedures by setting up tables, instruments and supplies required for cesarean sections, vaginal deliveries and circumcisions. Maintains sterile technique while assisting in draping patient in operative area. Prepares, passes and maintains a correct count of instruments, sutures, sponges and supplies.
  • Maintains appropriate stock and equipment inventories in the department and patient rooms including maintenance of surgical instruments per protocol.
  • Responds to patient calls, anticipates patient needs, and assures patient safety and comfort through regular rounds, environmental maintenance and other appropriate safety measures.
  • Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through participation in unit meetings, inservice programs, continuing education, programs and fulfills yearly requirements as stated by policy. Assists in the orientation of new staff and participates in unit Quality Improvement activities.
  • Records vital signs and intake and output when requested into the patient record and/or computer. Reports any changes observed in the condition or behavior of patients to RN.
  • Performs nursing procedures which do not require the skill/knowledge or judgment of a licensed professional and which may be safely delegated in accordance with nursing policies and procedures, i.e.
  • patient baths, bed making, application of ice bags and ambulating patients.
  • Performs clerical duties including assembling charts and packets and entering charges.
  • Obtains birth certificate information and enters into vital statistics the data base per unit needs.
  • Assists with EVS duties including turning over rooms, OR cleaning, etc.. as needed by the unit.
  • Performs point of care testing…

Apply Now

Ready to start your next adventure as a Surgical Tech? Let's get you moving forward!

Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.

Why UHCS

Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.