Travel Contract

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist
Columbia, South Carolina
Palmetto Health Richland

$1,621-1,663/week
Posted 5 days ago  Verified
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Common job information

    Certification details
  • ACLS is required for specific units.
  • BLS - Basic Life Support required for specific positions.
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required for specific units.
  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure required for specific units.
  • TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course required for specific units.
  • Tech Cert Verification - National required.
  • HIPAA Safety Manual Acknowledgement required.
  • STABLE is required for specific units.
  • ENPC required for specific units.
    Job details
  • * Must be able to work through to Jan / FEB
  • All travelers are required to work two of the three major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day) based on facility policy. Calling out on a holiday may result in immediate termination. In addition, travelers are expected to not request time off during the period of December 26 – 31. This will help ensure staffing needs are met during the holiday season.
  • 36 HOURS ONLY
  • OR Tech for the Neuro OR- Required to have Strong NEURO OR experience. Call required / please discuss in the interview.
  • Pediatrics exp preferred too
  • Experience: 1+ yr
  • Hospital Highlights
  • Average Daily Census: 80 surgical cases
  • Charting: Pyxis
  • Parking Cost: Free Parking!
    Job requirements
  • Must be certified through NBSTSA
  • Locals accepted: YES if over 100 miles or 50 miles for Night shift
  • Pending License accepted: No
  • RTO Restrictions: ALL RTO must be included at time of submission. Approval will be based on facility's needs.
    Schedule information
  • Shift times: 7a-7p
  • Neuro OR call requirements: 3-4 times/week (about 14-16 calls in 6 week schedule)
  • Shift: 3 x 12 hr Days - 36 hrs
  • Guaranteed Hours: Facility allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
    Additional Details
  • Proof of I9 or Attestation
  • Driver's License is required ASAP - this is required to set up computer access. The candidate must also carry ID while on duty.
  • Everify or Attestation.
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Palmetto Health Richland

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 575 beds
  • Epic Systems Corporation
ADDRESS5 Richland Medical Park DrColumbia, SC 29203
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About Columbia, SC

As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
  • Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
  • Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
  • Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
  • Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.
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