<p>A Surgical Technologist with an active CST credential is needed for a day-shift operating room position in Lafayette, Louisiana. This is a travel/contract engagement offering $1,650 per week, with a consistent 6:30 AM–3:00 PM schedule that supports strong work-life balance. Lafayette sits at the heart of Acadiana, offering a rich cultural lifestyle alongside a stable, high-volume surgical environment for an experienced scrub tech ready to contribute from day one.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Gross weekly pay of $1,650</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package included with the assignment</li> <li>Personalized onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition into the role</li> <li>Dedicated recruiter advocacy with consistent communication throughout the assignment</li> <li>Professional growth focus with resources tailored to surgical support roles</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Day shift schedule: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM</li> <li>Operating room setting with a full spectrum of surgical procedures requiring scrub tech support</li> <li>Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining surgical equipment, scrubbing in to assist surgeons, and upholding a sterile field throughout all procedures</li> <li>Hands-on involvement in equipment handling, disinfection protocols, and quality control measures</li> <li>Preferred experience with endoscopes and specialized surgical instrumentation</li> <li>High-volume or specialized surgical department environment — prior experience in similar settings is a plus</li> <li>Physical demands include occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds; role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and potentially hazardous materials consistent with a standard OR environment</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Certification in Surgical Technology (CST) — required</li> <li>Graduate of an accredited surgical technology certification program</li> <li>High school diploma or equivalent</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of experience in a specialized surgical setting</li> <li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association — required</li> <li>Demonstrated competency in surgical instrument handling, sterile technique, disinfection, and quality control</li> <li>Strong organizational skills, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to adapt to changing procedures and environments</li> <li>Prior experience with endoscopes and high-volume surgical departments preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Lafayette is the cultural capital of Acadiana in south-central Louisiana, renowned for its Cajun and Creole heritage, vibrant food scene, live music, and Mardi Gras celebrations that rival those of New Orleans. The city offers a low cost of living, warm climate year-round, and easy access to outdoor recreation along the Atchafalaya Basin, one of the largest river swamp systems in North America. New Orleans is roughly two hours east, providing big-city amenities while Lafayette itself maintains a welcoming, community-oriented character that makes it an easy place to settle into during a travel assignment.</p>