Travel Surgical Tech Job in Arcata, CA | Days (5x8)

Mad River Community Hospital Arcata, CA
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Surgical Tech in Arcata, CA
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$1,558
Specialty
Surgical Tech
Travel · Allied
Shift
Days
5×8 hrs
Start Date
11/23
Flexible
Contract
17 wks
Renewable
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This travel Surgical Tech job in Arcata, CA with Advantis Medical is a 17-week travel Surgical Tech contract at Mad River Community Hospital . This role pays $1,558 per week and follows a Days shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more

In this travel Surgical Tech job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel Surgical Tech job in Arcata, CA and other assignments available nationwide. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Mad River Community Hospital
  • Location: Arcata, CA 95521
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 17 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (5x8)

Travel Surgical Tech Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Surgical Tech experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by California and national regulatory bodies.

Mad River Community Hospital — Arcata, CA

Arcata, CA

Mad River Community Hospital in Arcata is a general acute care hospital with 78 licensed beds. Its 24-hour emergency department evaluates critical illness and injuries, with air transport available to specialty hospitals.

Hospital imaging includes CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy and X-ray, with services available outside regular hours for emergency diagnostic needs.

Surgical services are available around the clock for hospitalized, outpatient and emergency patients, including general surgery, gynecologic procedures and podiatry.

Cardiopulmonary care provides ventilator management and breathing treatments, supporting patients in intensive care, medical-surgical units and the emergency department.

The hospital's orthopedic program treats fractures and sports injuries and offers hip and knee replacement, arthroscopic surgery and shoulder repair.

An outpatient wound care and hyperbaric medicine center in the Shaw Medical Pavilion treats acute wounds and chronic wounds that have not healed.

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FAQs – Travel Surgical Tech Jobs Near Arcata, CA

What certifications do travel Surgical Tech jobs require?
Most require BLS and the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through NBSTSA. Some facilities also accept the Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) credential from NCCT, though acceptance varies. A number of states require surgical techs to hold certification or registration before working, and travel assignments usually require CST even where the state doesn't.
Which surgical specialties will I scrub on a travel assignment?
The case mix may include general surgery, orthopedics, neuro, spine, urology, GYN, ENT, vascular, or robotics. Facilities want travelers who can set up and work independently after a short orientation, so let your recruiter know the service lines, procedures, instruments, and robotic platforms you have used recently.
Can I qualify for Surgical Tech travel jobs if most of my experience is in one specialty?
Yes, for some positions. Specialized experience can be a strong match when a facility needs coverage in that service line, but jobs covering a broader OR may expect recent experience across multiple specialties. Be specific about the procedures, equipment, robotic platforms, and case types you have worked with so the facility can determine whether your background matches its needs.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Explore Arcata, CA

Arcata, CA combines a small college-town center with redwood forests, wetlands, and the Humboldt Bay landscape of California's far north coast. Local Allied care includes hospital imaging and laboratory services, with CT, MRI, ultrasound, X-ray, mammography, and lab testing available in Arcata. The Arcata Community Forest brings miles of redwood trails close to town, while the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary adds walking and biking paths through wetlands near the bay. Coastal fog and rain are common parts of the local climate, so visibility and weather can affect early-morning driving. Cal Poly Humboldt also shapes housing demand and the feel of the city. For travelers, Arcata offers a quieter setting with outdoor access built directly into daily life.

Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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