Location: Lowville, NY

Start Date: 03-02-2026

End Date: 06-01-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days (specific start/end times not provided by the facility) - Day shift

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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 and surgical instruments before each procedure to ensure smooth, safe operations
• Clean and inspect the surgery room before and after procedures to maintain sterile conditions
• Obtain, organize, and manage supplies and equipment required for each surgical case
• Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning and basic pre-op tasks under RN direction
• Assist the surgeon during procedures by passing instruments and anticipating needs
• Inspect and maintain instruments, ensuring they are sterile, functional, and ready for use
• Work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and collaborate closely with the perioperative team
• Document instrument counts and related perioperative tasks accurately

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Graduation from a nationally accredited Surgical Technologist educational program AND current certification as a Surgical Technologist (maintain credential through a nationally accredited credentialing organization)
• OR completion of an appropriate surgical technology training program in the U.S. military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or PHS Commissioned Corps)
• OR employment history as a Surgical Technologist for a cumulative period of one year within the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015 (per posted options)
• Comfortable working under RN supervision in a fast-paced OR environment
• Strong attention to detail for instrument inspection and sterile technique

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of a nationally accredited surgical technologist program (preferred/required for certification)
• Military surgical technology training accepted as equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Surgical instrumentation: know your trays and tools inside and out
• Sterile technique and infection control best practices
• Operating room procedures and patient preparation workflows
• Instrument inspection, cleaning, and basic maintenance
• Supply and equipment management to keep cases running on time
• Ability to assist the surgeon efficiently and anticipate procedural needs
• Team-focused communication and the ability to work under RN supervision
• Familiarity with military surgical technology training is a plus

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and comfortable temporary housing options while on assignment
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for the future
• Life Insurance and basic protection for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement to help with your move to the assignment
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current and in good standing
• Referral bonus program — bring a great colleague and everybody wins
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions in the OR
• Access to continuing education and professional development resources

Travel Perks: Explore Lowville, NY

Lowville sits in Lewis County near the Tug Hill Plateau, offering classic small-town charm and outdoor recreation. Enjoy abundant hiking, fishing, and kayaking nearby, excellent snowmobiling and winter sports on Tug Hill in season, and day-trip access to the Adirondack Park and Lake Ontario shoreline for boating and scenic drives. Local farmers markets, cozy cafes, and community events provide easy weekend exploring and a chance to experience authentic upstate New York life.

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