Location: Santa Rosa, CA

Start Date: 12-29-2025

End Date: 03-30-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, typically 3x12 (07:00 AM - 07:00 PM) with weekend rotations (3 weekends per schedule). On-call one weeknight per week and every 2nd or 3rd Saturday or Sunday with 07:00 AM - 07:00 AM coverage (20-minute response); may require covering one night shift during the contract.

Hours per Week: 60

Candidate Pay Rate: $44 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 operating rooms and case carts by assembling instruments, supplies and equipment for diverse cases including ortho, neuro, vascular and robotics
• Maintain strict aseptic technique and the sterile field throughout procedures to ensure patient safety
• Assist surgeons during procedures with instrument handling, retraction and specimen management
• Operate and troubleshoot specialty equipment such as da Vinci Xi, microscopes, arthroscope and laparoscopic towers
• Respond rapidly to trauma and emergency cases, supporting life-saving interventions when minutes matter
• Document intraoperative activity in the electronic charting system (Epic) accurately and timely
• Ensure proper sterilization, sharps safety and compliance with Universal Protocol (time out) before incision
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team, anesthesia, and perioperative staff to coordinate patient flow and safe handoffs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Surgical Technologist experience (trauma Level I experience is a hard requirement)
• Travel experience required — comfortable working across different OR environments
• Current state surgical technologist license (pending licenses are not accepted)
• BLS certification required; CST and NBSTSA preferred
• Experience in Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Vascular Surgery and Robotic (da Vinci Xi) cases strongly preferred
• Proven ability to respond on-call within a 20-minute window
• Comfortable working weekends and flexible/variable shifts

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program preferred
• CST certification preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Aseptic technique, sterilization and disinfection best practices
• Universal Protocol (time out) and surgical safety processes
• Airway management basics and emergency/trauma response
• Case cart management, crash cart familiarity and instrument setup
• Experience with Epic charting and perioperative documentation
• Operative familiarity with microscopes, laparoscopic camera/tower and arthroscope equipment
• Comfort with robotic systems (Da Vinci Xi) and navigation stations (preferred)
• Strong teamwork, communication, and situational awareness in fast-paced OR settings

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required state paperwork
• Paid Time Off to recharge between contracts
• Free on-site parking (yes, really!)
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and both benefit
• A supportive OR team that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Santa Rosa, CA

Santa Rosa is a gateway to Sonoma County — think world-class wineries, scenic rolling hills and farm-to-table dining. On days off explore Armstrong Redwood State Natural Reserve for ancient trees, stroll downtown Railroad Square for boutique shops and cafes, or visit Luther Burbank Home & Gardens. The Russian River and nearby Sonoma Coast (Bodega Bay) offer kayaking, beach walks and fresh seafood. For quick city escapes, Napa wine country and San Francisco are within easy driving distance. Enjoy local farmers markets, craft breweries, hiking and weekend getaways during your assignment.

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