Travel Surgical Tech Job
Bangor, ME
Contracted
St Joseph Healthcare
Mid Level
Embark on a rewarding journey as a Surgical Tech in Bangor, Maine, where precision, teamwork, and patient care come together to support outstanding surgical outcomes every day. In this role, you’ll become a cornerstone of the operating room team, preparing sterile fields, setting up instruments, and passing critical tools with dexterity and calm under pressure. Your hands will help surgeons perform life-changing procedures, while you safeguard patient safety through meticulous aseptic technique and vigilant care. This opportunity is more than a job—it's a chance to shape the course of patients’ lives and advance within a specialty that values skill, precision, and compassion. Bangor sits at the gateway to Maine’s natural beauty, offering a unique balance of professional growth and outdoor adventures. From the Penobscot River’s quiet mornings to nearby coastal vistas and scenic drives through the pine forests and rugged shorelines, Maine rewards both your professional dedication and your love of the outdoors. The area’s friendly communities, quality dining, and cultural events create a welcoming backdrop for your daily work and downtime.
Bangor, Maine, is known for its approachable healthcare community and strong hospital networks that emphasize collaboration and innovation. Working in this location provides you with the stability of a secure practice environment while you grow your capabilities alongside experienced surgeons, nurses, and support staff. You’ll also have the opportunity, should you choose, to participate in rotations at other sites across the United States within the same program, expanding your professional horizon while maintaining the guaranteed hours you rely on.
Role specifics and benefits: As a Surgical Tech in this assignment, you’ll scrub and assist during a full range of procedures, from routine to complex, ensuring instruments and implants are available and sterile, and that the surgical field remains organized under your watchful eye. You’ll be responsible for maintaining sterile technique, handling specimens, assisting with equipment setup and turnover, and supporting the surgical team’s efficiency and safety. This position offers ongoing professional growth within the surgical tech discipline—opportunities to broaden your scope through cross-training, perioperative support, and the chance to gain exposure to a variety of specialties. The role includes competitive compensation with a weekly pay range of $1,752 to $1,837, reflecting the value you bring to the OR, and a guaranteed 40 hours per week. The contract also features a structured start on 03/30/2026 with a duration described as weeks, ensuring you have a well-defined timeline to plan your experiences. You will receive a sign-on bonus where applicable, and comprehensive housing assistance to ease relocation and temporary housing needs. In addition, there are extension opportunities built into the program, allowing you to continue contributing and advancing if you choose to remain with the team.
The supportive framework of the program is designed to remove barriers and maximize your effectiveness. You’ll have access to 24/7 support while traveling with the company, ensuring you and your family feel secure no matter where the assignment takes you. Whether you’re navigating a new facility, acclimating to a different OR team, or coordinating with travel coordinators, round-the-clock assistance is ready to help, so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care. The program also emphasizes seamless onboarding, orientation, and ongoing clinical mentorship, ensuring you stay current with evolving best practices and technology in perioperative medicine.
Company values: Our partner organization is rooted in empowering its staff and investing in shared success. They champion career advancement through structured pathways, continuing education stipends, and opportunities to expand into related perioperative roles. A culture of mutual respect, open communication, and a dependable support network underpins every assignment, creating a workplace where you’re encouraged to raise ideas, contribute meaningfully, and feel valued for your professional contributions. The emphasis on collaborative teamwork and a positive, inclusive environment helps you grow not only as a Surgical Tech but as a well-rounded healthcare professional.
Call to action: If you’re ready to advance your technical expertise while enjoying the natural beauty and inviting communities of Maine, Bangor is an ideal setting to elevate your career. This is your invitation to join a program that honors your skill, supports your growth, and rewards your dedication with competitive pay and robust benefits. Apply now to begin a journey where patient impact meets professional development, and where your expertise helps shape the future of perioperative care.
Start date: 03/30/2026. Duration: Weeks. Location: Bangor, Maine. Weekly pay: $1,752–$1,837. Guaranteed hours: 40. Housing assistance and a bonus package are available, with extension opportunities to continue your valuable work. 24/7 support is provided while traveling with the company. Please 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.
Bangor, Maine, is known for its approachable healthcare community and strong hospital networks that emphasize collaboration and innovation. Working in this location provides you with the stability of a secure practice environment while you grow your capabilities alongside experienced surgeons, nurses, and support staff. You’ll also have the opportunity, should you choose, to participate in rotations at other sites across the United States within the same program, expanding your professional horizon while maintaining the guaranteed hours you rely on.
Role specifics and benefits: As a Surgical Tech in this assignment, you’ll scrub and assist during a full range of procedures, from routine to complex, ensuring instruments and implants are available and sterile, and that the surgical field remains organized under your watchful eye. You’ll be responsible for maintaining sterile technique, handling specimens, assisting with equipment setup and turnover, and supporting the surgical team’s efficiency and safety. This position offers ongoing professional growth within the surgical tech discipline—opportunities to broaden your scope through cross-training, perioperative support, and the chance to gain exposure to a variety of specialties. The role includes competitive compensation with a weekly pay range of $1,752 to $1,837, reflecting the value you bring to the OR, and a guaranteed 40 hours per week. The contract also features a structured start on 03/30/2026 with a duration described as weeks, ensuring you have a well-defined timeline to plan your experiences. You will receive a sign-on bonus where applicable, and comprehensive housing assistance to ease relocation and temporary housing needs. In addition, there are extension opportunities built into the program, allowing you to continue contributing and advancing if you choose to remain with the team.
The supportive framework of the program is designed to remove barriers and maximize your effectiveness. You’ll have access to 24/7 support while traveling with the company, ensuring you and your family feel secure no matter where the assignment takes you. Whether you’re navigating a new facility, acclimating to a different OR team, or coordinating with travel coordinators, round-the-clock assistance is ready to help, so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care. The program also emphasizes seamless onboarding, orientation, and ongoing clinical mentorship, ensuring you stay current with evolving best practices and technology in perioperative medicine.
Company values: Our partner organization is rooted in empowering its staff and investing in shared success. They champion career advancement through structured pathways, continuing education stipends, and opportunities to expand into related perioperative roles. A culture of mutual respect, open communication, and a dependable support network underpins every assignment, creating a workplace where you’re encouraged to raise ideas, contribute meaningfully, and feel valued for your professional contributions. The emphasis on collaborative teamwork and a positive, inclusive environment helps you grow not only as a Surgical Tech but as a well-rounded healthcare professional.
Call to action: If you’re ready to advance your technical expertise while enjoying the natural beauty and inviting communities of Maine, Bangor is an ideal setting to elevate your career. This is your invitation to join a program that honors your skill, supports your growth, and rewards your dedication with competitive pay and robust benefits. Apply now to begin a journey where patient impact meets professional development, and where your expertise helps shape the future of perioperative care.
Start date: 03/30/2026. Duration: Weeks. Location: Bangor, Maine. Weekly pay: $1,752–$1,837. Guaranteed hours: 40. Housing assistance and a bonus package are available, with extension opportunities to continue your valuable work. 24/7 support is provided while traveling with the company. Please 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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