Location: Boise, ID

Start Date: 04-27-2025

End Date: 07-26-2025

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating on-call schedule including day and night coverage; specific start/end times vary and candidate must be available for call

Candidate Pay Rate: $50 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.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile field and instruments for orthopedic and neurosurgical procedures
• Anticipate surgeon needs and deliver instruments and supplies promptly during cases
• Assist the surgical team during procedures with precision and calm under pressure
• Perform thorough setup and breakdown of OR rooms to ensure safety and efficiency
• Participate in on-call coverage, responding quickly and professionally to emergent cases
• Complete required Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist
• Maintain accurate license/certification verification and comply with facility health requirements

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required
• Current BLS certification required
• Proven proficiency in both orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery due to call requirements
• Ability to pass Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist
• Current professional license/certification verification as required by facility
• Willingness to comply with health screening and immunization requirements (fit test, drug screen, vaccinations, TB testing, etc.)
• Strong teamwork, communication, and on-call reliability

Education

• Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in sterile technique and OR aseptic protocols
• Deep familiarity with instruments and implants used in ortho and neuro procedures
• Efficient OR room setup and turnover skills
• Comfort working in high-acuity and emergent surgical situations
• Ability to follow facility-specific competency testing and checklists
• Good communication with surgeons, nurses, and perioperative staff

Benefits

• Supportive travel assignment perks including housing support and travel assistance to make your move easy
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused on care
• Retirement savings plan options to help you plan for tomorrow
• Life insurance and safety nets for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Professional development opportunities and skills validation through Trinity competency testing
• A collaborative OR team that values your expertise and on-call commitment

Travel Perks: Explore Boise, ID

Boise is a gem for outdoor lovers and foodies alike. Enjoy the Boise River Greenbelt for scenic runs and walks, explore the Boise Foothills and nearby hiking trails, hit the slopes or summer trails at Bogus Basin, and wander the lively Basque Block and downtown dining scene. History fans can visit the Old Idaho Penitentiary, and weekend trips to Sun Valley or the Sawtooth Mountains are perfect for a reset. Local farmers markets, craft breweries, and cultural events keep weekends interesting.

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