Travel Contract

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist
Waterloo, IA
Trinity Health FirstChoice
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,000/week

Overview

  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care161 bedsEpic Systems Corporation

Benefits

  • Employee assistance programs
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Discount program

Description

EOW CST
Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation, serving diverse communities that include more than 30 million people across 22 states. Trinity Health includes 94 hospitals, as well as 109 continuing care locations that include PACE programs, senior living facilities, and home care and hospice services. Its continuing care programs provide nearly 2.5 million visits annually.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Preferred Education: Graduate of an Associate or Bachelor’s degree program for Surgical Technologist.
• Preferred Certification: CST (certification requirement directed by local facility).
• A minimum of 18 months experience is required for CST and/or Associate or Bachelor’s degree.
• If a Surgical Technologist program has not been completed, due to training on the job or trained in the military – Five (5) years’ work experience is required.
• Cannot hold a concurrent position at a Trinity Health facility.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, surgeons and other patient care personnel, often during emergency or stressful situations.
• Analytical skills necessary in order to organize and prepare operating room according to best practice methods and procedures.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods (greater than eighty percent of work time) and to occasionally lift and position patients when preparing patients for operative procedures.
• Manual dexterity necessary to grasp and hold firmly retractors and delicate surgical instruments. Mechanical aptitude to operate a large variety highly technical medical equipment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health."
Trinity Health FirstChoice Job ID #2507. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN CST

Facility

MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center

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MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 161 beds
  • Epic Systems Corporation
ADDRESS3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 50702
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Employer

Trinity Health FirstChoice

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About
Premium pay
FirstChoice offers a rewarding career with significant premium pay and flexible scheduling to fit your life. FirstChoice healthcare travel professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence. You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!
Healthcare travel professionals, join us in caring for our community, we can't do it without you.FirstChoice exclusively supports facilities within the Trinity Health system meaning you will have a consistent experience between job sites. Your training at one site will apply to other sites within the region and will minimize the time you are spending outside of patient care. We understand that there has been a fundamental shift in the nursing position in recent years and like any other employee, nurses want more options and flexibility in their careers. FirstChoice provides you with both along with the comfort and security of one employer.
Benefits of Being a FirstChoice healthcare travel professional:
  • Premium pay
  • Choose your own travel adventure—work in a variety of practice settings
  • Wide range of assignments available
  • Housing and meal stipend

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements of a FirstChoice Nurse:
  • Registered nurse with a license in the state(s) you will work
  • Minimum of 2 years, depending on specialty area
  • Cannot hold a concurrent position at a Trinity Health facility

Trinity Health is a leading not-for-profit Catholic health system with 92 hospitals and hundreds of primary, specialty and continuing care centers across the United States.
Response timewithin a day
Travel jobs$1,272–5,350/week
Staff jobs$45–47/hour
Local contracts$45–47/hour
Per Diem / PRN roles$45–47/hour
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About Waterloo, IA

As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Waterloo, IA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Waterloo, IA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 83°F, and average lows in winter are around 11°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Waterloo, IA, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
Transportation
  • Waterloo is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options include bus services operated by the Metro Transit.
Demographics
  • Waterloo has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues may include obesity and diabetes.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Waterloo offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and theaters.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking are popular in the area.
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