Location: Los Angeles, CA

Start Date: 04-06-2026

End Date: 07-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts including 06:30 AM - 03:00 PM, 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM, and 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM; typical 12-hour option noted as 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM; schedule includes weekdays and weekends, with 1x/week 8-hour on-call coverage (11:00 PM - 07:00 AM weekdays) and weekend 8-hour shifts; every-other-week (EOW) on-call required

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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 the operating room with sterile instruments and supplies to ensure each case runs smoothly
• Assist surgeons and the perioperative team during procedures by passing instruments and anticipating needs
• Maintain strict sterile technique and patient safety standards throughout the case
• Safely set up and troubleshoot surgical equipment and surgical instrumentation
• Respond confidently to trauma and urgent cases across orthopedics, vascular and general surgery
• Document intraoperative care and case details accurately in Cerner
• Participate in on-call coverage and provide reliable coverage during weekends and variable shifts
• Collaborate with nursing and surgical leadership to improve patient flow and OR efficiency

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) via NBSTSA required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of surgical/OR experience preferred
• Experience in trauma, orthopedics, vascular or general surgery is a strong plus
• Comfortable with call responsibilities and flexible scheduling including nights and weekends
• Familiarity with Cerner or other electronic charting systems preferred
• Able to complete 12 hours of orientation prior to the assignment

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) via NBSTSA required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of sterile technique and surgical instrumentation
• Familiarity with operating room workflow and perioperative patient care
• Ability to prioritize under pressure during trauma and emergency cases
• Proficiency using Cerner or similar EHR systems for intraoperative documentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with surgeons and OR staff
• Adaptability to rotating shifts and varied surgical specialties

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• Generous paid time off so you can recharge after intense OR days
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
• A supportive team environment that values your contributions and voice
• Paid orientation hours to get you comfortable and confident in the unit
• Opportunities for skills growth working with trauma, ortho, vascular and general surgery cases
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
• Work-life friendly scheduling with guaranteed hours and clear call expectations

Travel Perks: Explore Los Angeles, CA

This is a contract assignment in Los Angeles, offering plenty of off-duty adventures. Explore Santa Monica and Venice beaches, hike to the Griffith Observatory for iconic city views, visit world-class museums like the Getty Center and LACMA, enjoy diverse dining scenes across neighborhoods, and take weekend trips to nearby mountains or the coast. Plenty of cultural attractions, parks and outdoor activities to enjoy when you are off shift.

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