Travel Surgical Tech Job
Rochester, NY
Contracted
URMC Strong Memorial Hospital
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal role as a Surgical Tech in Rochester, New York, where precise hands, swift coordination, and unwavering focus directly impact patient outcomes. In this specialty, you aren’t just supporting procedures—you’re safeguarding safety, enabling surgeons to perform at their best, and helping patients begin their path to recovery with confidence. This exciting travel assignment starts on 02/16/2026 and spans several weeks, offering you a structured rhythm of work with meaningful variety, professional growth, and the chance to contribute to renowned surgical teams. You’ll be joining a program that values your expertise, honors your dedication, and provides a clear path for expanding your skills within the surgical services arena. Beyond the operating room, imagine the satisfaction of making a tangible difference every day, collaborating with perioperative teams, and advancing your career in a specialty where precision and teamwork matter most.
New York’s Rochester area is a dynamic hub of healthcare innovation, education, and culture. You’ll experience the unique blend of a thriving urban center with accessible neighborhoods, historic districts, and a robust community feel. The region offers access to parks, waterfronts along the Genesee River, cultural institutions, culinary variety, and a calendar rich with festivals and outdoor activities. Whether you’re in a hospital setting or stepping into a new surgical suite, Rochester combines professional opportunities with a quality of life that keeps you energized. For those drawn to variety and breadth, this assignment also opens the door to working in different facilities across the United States, broadening your professional network and expanding your clinical perspective, while you maintain the core support and structure of a trusted travel partner.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to maximize your growth, stability, and satisfaction. As a Surgical Tech, you’ll prepare the operating room, ensure sterile technique, andPass instruments efficiently to the surgical team, anticipating needs with calm confidence. You’ll assist in a wide range of procedures, monitor sterile fields, maintain meticulous supply counts, and collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia teams to support optimal patient outcomes. You’ll participate in pre-op setups, instrument processing, and post-op turnover, while upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance. This role offers meaningful opportunities for skill enhancement in areas such as advanced instrumentation, specialty procedure support, and perioperative workflow optimization. In addition to on-the-job mastery, you’ll have access to ongoing training and the chance to assume leadership responsibilities as you demonstrate reliability, clinical acumen, and a proactive mindset. The program emphasizes wraparound benefits, including a competitive sign-on or completion bonus, housing assistance to ease relocation, and the potential for extension opportunities to maintain continuity with exceptional teams. You’ll be backed by a travel program that provides 24/7 support, ensuring you never travel alone and always have frontline assistance whenever you need it.
Financially, the assignment is designed to recognize your expertise with competitive weekly pay ranging from $1,555 to $1,678, reflecting your experience and the demands of high-volume surgical environments. While guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, you’ll receive dependable scheduling through a system that prioritizes consistency and fairness, with transparent communication about shifts, expectations, and extension possibilities. The exact compensation package, including any bonuses and housing support, will be confirmed during the hiring process, ensuring you have a clear and competitive understanding before you commit to the contract. This structure supports you in planning your finances, pursuing professional development, and maintaining balance between travel commitments and personal priorities.
Company values center on empowering staff to advance their careers while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture. The organization champions continuous learning, open communication, and a can-do spirit that elevates perioperative teams. You’ll find a workplace where teammates celebrate each other’s successes, mentors share their knowledge generously, and opportunities for advancement are aligned with demonstrated impact, reliability, and leadership potential. The emphasis on a supportive environment means you’ll have access to resources, performance feedback, and a network of experienced colleagues who share your commitment to excellence in surgical care.
Call to action: if you’re a skilled Surgical Tech ready to bring precision, compassion, and adaptability to a dynamic perioperative team, this is your moment. Apply now to join a company that values your technical mastery, respects your professional development, and is committed to helping you thrive—whether you’re advancing in Rochester, exploring new facilities across the U.S., or building a lasting career in surgical services. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape patient outcomes, expand your expertise, and be part of a forward-thinking team that supports your growth every step of the way. Ready to embark on a fulfilling journey that honors your contribution and elevates your practice? Begin your application and step into a role designed to recognize, reward, and accelerate your surgical technology career.
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.
New York’s Rochester area is a dynamic hub of healthcare innovation, education, and culture. You’ll experience the unique blend of a thriving urban center with accessible neighborhoods, historic districts, and a robust community feel. The region offers access to parks, waterfronts along the Genesee River, cultural institutions, culinary variety, and a calendar rich with festivals and outdoor activities. Whether you’re in a hospital setting or stepping into a new surgical suite, Rochester combines professional opportunities with a quality of life that keeps you energized. For those drawn to variety and breadth, this assignment also opens the door to working in different facilities across the United States, broadening your professional network and expanding your clinical perspective, while you maintain the core support and structure of a trusted travel partner.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to maximize your growth, stability, and satisfaction. As a Surgical Tech, you’ll prepare the operating room, ensure sterile technique, andPass instruments efficiently to the surgical team, anticipating needs with calm confidence. You’ll assist in a wide range of procedures, monitor sterile fields, maintain meticulous supply counts, and collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia teams to support optimal patient outcomes. You’ll participate in pre-op setups, instrument processing, and post-op turnover, while upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance. This role offers meaningful opportunities for skill enhancement in areas such as advanced instrumentation, specialty procedure support, and perioperative workflow optimization. In addition to on-the-job mastery, you’ll have access to ongoing training and the chance to assume leadership responsibilities as you demonstrate reliability, clinical acumen, and a proactive mindset. The program emphasizes wraparound benefits, including a competitive sign-on or completion bonus, housing assistance to ease relocation, and the potential for extension opportunities to maintain continuity with exceptional teams. You’ll be backed by a travel program that provides 24/7 support, ensuring you never travel alone and always have frontline assistance whenever you need it.
Financially, the assignment is designed to recognize your expertise with competitive weekly pay ranging from $1,555 to $1,678, reflecting your experience and the demands of high-volume surgical environments. While guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, you’ll receive dependable scheduling through a system that prioritizes consistency and fairness, with transparent communication about shifts, expectations, and extension possibilities. The exact compensation package, including any bonuses and housing support, will be confirmed during the hiring process, ensuring you have a clear and competitive understanding before you commit to the contract. This structure supports you in planning your finances, pursuing professional development, and maintaining balance between travel commitments and personal priorities.
Company values center on empowering staff to advance their careers while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture. The organization champions continuous learning, open communication, and a can-do spirit that elevates perioperative teams. You’ll find a workplace where teammates celebrate each other’s successes, mentors share their knowledge generously, and opportunities for advancement are aligned with demonstrated impact, reliability, and leadership potential. The emphasis on a supportive environment means you’ll have access to resources, performance feedback, and a network of experienced colleagues who share your commitment to excellence in surgical care.
Call to action: if you’re a skilled Surgical Tech ready to bring precision, compassion, and adaptability to a dynamic perioperative team, this is your moment. Apply now to join a company that values your technical mastery, respects your professional development, and is committed to helping you thrive—whether you’re advancing in Rochester, exploring new facilities across the U.S., or building a lasting career in surgical services. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape patient outcomes, expand your expertise, and be part of a forward-thinking team that supports your growth every step of the way. Ready to embark on a fulfilling journey that honors your contribution and elevates your practice? Begin your application and step into a role designed to recognize, reward, and accelerate your surgical technology career.
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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