Certified Surgical Technologist – General Surgery

Location

Portland, Maine

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Shift: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, including 1:4 weekends with 12-hour shifts.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Travel Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to join our team specializing in general surgery procedures at our busy Level One Trauma Center. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise as a CST, exceptional patient care skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Competency in Robotics (DaVinci Xi and SP), Pediatrics, Burns, Trauma, Whipples, and HIPEC is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures, providing necessary surgical instruments and supplies.
• Maintain a sterile environment during operations.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other surgical team members.
• Ensure all equipment is functional and prepare the operating room for surgery.
• Handle specimens appropriately as per surgical protocols.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist required.
• Level 1 trauma experience preferred.
• Current CST certification.
• Ability to float to specialty teams as needed.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!