Travel Surgical Technologist (Operating Room Technician) – 13-Week Contract in Tracy, California

Join a collaborative surgical services team as a Travel Surgical Technologist in Tracy, California. In this on-site operating room job, you will prepare and maintain sterile surgical environments, support surgeons and clinical staff during procedures, and contribute to safe, efficient patient care at a diverse community hospital. Tracy is a welcoming Central Valley community with convenient access to the Bay Area, scenic agricultural surroundings, outdoor recreation, and local amenities.

Travel Surgical Technologist Job Details

• Location: Tracy, California
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel contract
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• End Date: February 8, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,580-$1,690
• Healthcare Setting: Operating Room / Surgical Services
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week; 10-hour day shifts
• Shift Options: 6:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
• On-Call Requirement: Weekday overnight, weekend, and holiday call with a 20-minute response time; typically one weekday call shift per week and one weekend per month, as needed
• Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients
• Operating Room Details: Four operating rooms with an approximate daily census of 10-15 cases

Surgical Technologist Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent operating room, surgical technologist, or surgical tech experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or completion of military surgical technology training
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Strong knowledge of surgical instruments, procedures, anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Experience establishing and maintaining sterile fields, preparing surgical supplies, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team
• Ability to support a broad range of cases, including orthopedic, general, gynecologic, obstetric, urologic, plastic, ophthalmic, bariatric, and robotic procedures
• Ability to participate in overnight, weekend, and holiday call with the required response time
• Strong communication, organization, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia professionals, and other healthcare team members

Operating Room Technician Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room, sterile field, instruments, equipment, supplies, and patient draping for scheduled procedures
• Assist surgeons by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating procedural needs
• Support surgical procedures such as arthroscopy, total joint replacement, orthopedic spine surgery, robotic cases, bariatric surgery, C-sections, laparoscopic procedures, hernia repair, urology procedures, plastic surgery, and cataract surgery
• Verify that surgical instruments and equipment are clean, functional, properly assembled, and available before each case
• Maintain aseptic technique and uphold sterile-field standards throughout surgical procedures
• Complete routine and priority tasks within established department time frames
• Clean and reset operating rooms before and after procedures to maintain a safe, organized environment
• Inspect, test, and document equipment quality-control results; report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly
• Assist with supply inventory, ordering, documentation, preference cards, and other operating room records
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect protected health information in accordance with applicable policies and regulations
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members as appropriate
• Help orient or support other department staff when assigned

Apply now for this Travel Surgical Technologist opportunity in Tracy, California, and join a dedicated operating room healthcare team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.