Embark on a pivotal role as a Surgical Tech in Oregons dynamic Portland medical community where precision compassion and teamwork converge to improve outcomes. This opportunity invites seasoned technologists to bring meticulous sterile technique and instrument knowledge to the OR supporting surgeons and care teams through a range of procedures. Picture guiding sterile fields assisting with instrument setup and ensuring accurate counts and specimen handling to uphold safety. The assignment begins February 16 2026 and runs for several weeks offering variety hands-on challenge and growth within the surgical specialty. While Portland offers an engaging urban lifestyle this role also opens pathways to assignments across the United States exposing you to different facilities and teams. Pay and hours are estimates and will be refined during the hiring process; weekly pay falls within the stated range with details clarified before you start.
Location benefits: Portlands professional environment provides access to reputable hospitals strong networks and opportunities to contribute to community health initiatives. For those who enjoy exploration the assignment design supports deployments to multiple locations nationwide enriching your experience while maintaining core Surgical Tech responsibilities. Expect competitive scheduling broader clinical exposure and practices that broaden your perioperative perspective in a supportive setting.
Role specifics and benefits: In this position youll be integral to the surgical teamprepping and arranging sterile trays maintaining aseptic technique keeping accurate counts with the circulator passing instruments and assisting with draping positioning suction cautery and specimen labeling. Youll support efficient case flow and help ensure patient safety from prep to closure. Youll have growth opportunities within the Surgical Tech specialty including exposure to general orthopedic and specialty cases potential leadership duties as you gain experience and pathways to advanced perioperative roles. The compensation package is competitive with a weekly pay range of $1432-$1527 plus a bonus where applicable and housing assistance to ease relocation. The assignment offers extension potential so you can build continuity with trusted teams. A traveling support team provides 24/7 assistance ensuring youre connected to resources scheduling adjustments and on-call help. Youll also receive orientation credential verification and ongoing clinical coaching. Hours are not guaranteed at the outset and the duration may be adjusted; final compensation and scheduling will be confirmed during onboarding.
We are committed to empowering our stafffostering career advancement supporting professional development and maintaining a collaborative respectful work environment. Our culture values initiative reliability and patient-centered care recognizing the expertise you bring and promoting growth across your perioperative career. Youll join a network of healthcare professionals dedicated to safe surgery continuous learning and quality improvement with access to additional training mentorship and opportunities to participate in perioperative initiatives.
Ready to apply If youre a skilled Surgical Tech seeking a Portland-based launchpad with the option to work across the U.S. submit your application and take the next step toward a rewarding future-facing perioperative career. Our team looks forward to reviewing your credentials and outlining how this multi-week assignment can align with your goals starting February 16 2026. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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