Travel Contract

Travel Surgical Technologist
Asheville, NC
Tact Staff
5x8 hrs

$2,176/week

Posted 3 days ago

Overview

Start Date07/22/2024
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
Duration13 weeks
Facility Information
Short Term Acute Care717 bedsOracle Cerner

Pay

42% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Surgical Technologist pay in North Carolina

Estimated total pay

$2,176/week

Description

Mission Hospital is a 815-bed healthcare facility located in Asheville, North Carolina. The hospital is known for being the region's only Level II trauma center , as well as being home to the only children's hospital in the western portion of the state. Mission Hospital offers a variety of services , including women's services , sports medicine , and neurological care . The hospital's cardiovascular services include the only open heart and interventional cardiology in the region. The quality of the facility's services has earned much recognition , such as being named among the nation's best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, Truven Health Analytics, and Healthgrades . The on-site Mission Children's Hospital features 97 beds dedicated to infants and children, including a 51-bed Level III NICU . The hospital's pediatric services have also earned numerous awards and accreditations, like a 5-Star Service Excellence Award in the area of children's orthopedics from Professional Research Consultants. Overall, staff members say that Mission Hospital is a great place to work because of the friendly atmosphere, supportive management, and opportunities for growth. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Ridge Mountains . The city features a bustling Downtown and several unique museums , such as the Asheville Pinball Museum and the Asheville Mystery Museum . With so much to see and do , you'll find something for everyone in Asheville.

Gina Guerrero

Tact Staff

Tact Medical Staffing Job ID #469576. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Tech - Surgical

Facility

Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

3.1rating(71 reviews)

Compensation

2.9rating

Culture

3.2rating

Work Environment

3.2rating

3.0rating

Pros

Flexible scheduling, and always had OT available on night shift

Cons

Patient ratios are high, and you will be floated almost every shift

Anonymous

CVICU (RN)

Review of Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus on Jul 5, 2024

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Short Term Acute Care
717 beds
Oracle Cerner

ADDRESS509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801

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Employer

Tact Staff

2.9rating(8 reviews)

Coordination

3.0rating

Helpfulness

3.0rating

Responsiveness

3.0rating

5.0rating

Pros

Nicole was very helping and always proficient with reaching out and even going above and beyond when the facility itself was slacking. When the facility canceled all contracts the day before start date she found me another position within the same week. I would recommend her 10x over.

Cons

Can’t think of one

Recommends working with Tact Staff

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Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Review of Nicole Nash on May 18, 2024

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About

Our nurses choose Tact assignments because it provides the opportunity to take on new challenges in their careers while they travel across the United States and gain enriching experiences on a professional and personal level. Our dedicated team of staffing consultants will work with you and be your advocate as you choose to embark on new assignments. Our team is committed to providing our nurses with the most rewarding healthcare assignments and choices at primer healthcare institutions nationwide. Let us handle the details; you choose the job and location that are right for you.Be Adventurous, Make a Difference, Travel with Tact. Be Adventurous - Becoming a travel nurse is not only a professional adventure, but a personal adventure as well. It is an opportunity to challenge yourelf, to explore a new place, and try amazing food...Make a Difference - Nurses make such a huge difference in so many lives. The care and compassion you show to your patients, does not go unoticed. We know how important your jobs is, which is why we take our job as recruiters so seriously. Being able to place nurses in hospitals, where you are doing something as crucial as saving lives, is something we feel thankful to be able to do. Travel with Tact - From the moment we receive your resume we begin trying to build a relationship with you. We know the importance of becoming your friend, before becoming your recruiter. Building friendly, yet professional relationships allows us to discover what you truly want... and don't want in a travel assignment.

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.

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