Embark on a transformative opportunity as a Surgical Tech traveling across Nebraska beginning your journey in scenic Scottsbluff with a start date of 01/22/2026. This is more than a jobits a chance to elevate patient care in the operating room support surgeons and nursing teams and build a durable foundation for your this role youll be the essential bridge between sterile technique patient safety and flawless procedural flow ensuring every case proceeds with precision from anesthesia induction to wound closure. Imagine the impact you can have in the hands-on environment of the OR while exploring new communities and expanding your professional horizons. And while you pursue this rewarding path youll discover the beauty of Nebraska: endless skies over the Panhandle the storied vistas around Scotts Bluff National Monument the close-knit communities that welcome travelers and outdoor adventures that help you recharge after high-stakes days in the OR. This opportunity blends purpose with the serenity and charm of western Nebraska with continued access to other U.S. locations as you grow.
Scottsbluff offers a unique blend of western charm modern amenities and accessible outdoor recreation making it an ideal base for compassionate Surgical Technologists. Youll experience a supportive community with a reasonable cost of living excellent schools cultural events and a gateway to weekend explorations through nearby parks trails and wildlife areas. For those who love travel the program also presents the potential to work in additional locations across the United States broadening your exposure to different hospital settings patient populations and surgical specialties. The role is designed to leverage your skills while exposing you to a spectrum of casesfrom general surgery to orthopedics and beyondso you can continuously refine your craft in diverse environments. As you settle into Scottsbluff youll benefit from the chance to immerse yourself in local culture cuisine and the regions welcoming spirit as you maintain your focus on delivering safe efficient family-centered care.
In this role youll manage the essential duties that keep the OR running smoothly and safely. Youll assist surgeons and nurses by preparing the sterile field arranging and passing instruments and anticipating needs throughout each procedure. Your responsibilities include scrubbing in maintaining sterile technique counting sponges needles and instruments and ensuring all equipment functions properly and is ready for use. Youll collaborate with anesthesia professionals to support patient safety and comfort help with positioning and draping and communicate clearly with team members to coordinate case flow. The position offers substantial room for professional growth: youll have opportunities to cross-train across surgical specialties participate in quality improvement projects and pursue additional certifications or advanced roles within perioperative services. To support your development the program provides ongoing mentorship access to continuing education and a structured pathway toward specialization in areas such as robotics trauma or advanced aseptic techniques.
The benefits package is competitive and designed to recognize your expertise and recognition of your skill and the vital role you play youll receive a weekly pay range of $1698$1732 with guaranteed hours of 40 per week. The program also includes a sign-on or completion bonus housing assistance to ease relocation and opportunities to extend your assignment if you wish to continue growing with the team. Youll be supported by a dedicated travel coordinator and 24/7 assistance as you move between assignments ensuring you always have dependable guidance and resources whenever you need them. The combination of comprehensive support flexible engagement terms and the chance to work in a variety of settings across the U.S. makes this pathway uniquely rewarding for surgical professionals seeking both stability and exploration.
Our company values empower you to advance your career in a nurturing respectful environment. We are committed to helping you achieve your professional goals through transparent communication continuous skill-building and a culture of safety and excellence. Youll be part of a team that prioritizes patient outcomes teamwork and personal growthwhere every members contributions are recognized and celebrated. We believe in supporting your aspirations offering development opportunities flexible scheduling and resources designed to help you thrive in high-pressure healthcare environments while maintaining worklife balance.
If youre ready to bring your surgical technologist expertise to high-performing OR teams this is your invitation to apply. Begin your journey in Scottsbluff Nebraska with the potential to travel to other locations while enjoying meaningful work strong compensation and a pathway to enduring professional advancement. Start 01/22/2026 with a duration measured in weeks and a guaranteed 40 hours per week. The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Embrace the opportunity to impact patient care grow your skills and become part of a supportive forward-thinking perioperative teamapply now and shape the future of surgical care.
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