Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Operating Room

Location

Portland, Maine

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, with 3-12 hour shifts. Weekend rotation required.

Job Description

We are seeking a self-motivated and team-oriented Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with a strong background in trauma surgery. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in Level 1 trauma centers and possess the ability to scrub for various specialties including Neuro (including craniotomy), Robotics, General (including thoracic), GU/GYN, Peds, Trauma, and open Vascular. Familiarity with Endovascular procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms, instruments, and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Assist surgical teams during operations by passing instruments, sponges, and other items as needed.
• Maintain a sterile environment and adhere to all safety protocols.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
• Participate in overnight trauma call as assigned.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of trauma experience in a Level 1 trauma center.
• Current CST certification is required.
• Experience in Neuro, Robotics, General Surgery, GU/GYN, Peds, Trauma, and open Vascular required.
• Endovascular experience preferred.

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!