Job Description
Step into a pivotal role as a Travel Surgical Technician in the Surgical Tech specialty, bringing precision, teamwork, and patient-centered care to Lancaster, Ohio, with the opportunity to apply your expertise across diverse surgical suites in the U.S. This is more than a contract—it’s a pathway to deepen your skills, broaden your professional network, and make a measurable impact on every patient you assist. Your work will help ensure sterile fields, accurate instrument handling, and seamless coordination between surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia teams. Beginning December 15, 2025, you’ll embark on weeklong or multiweek assignments with guaranteed 36 hours per week, earning a highly competitive weekly pay ranging from $2,153 to $2,230. The contracts span multiple weeks, with the flexibility to extend based on unit needs and your professional goals.
Lancaster, Ohio, sits in a region that blends small-town charm with accessible regional exploration. Beyond the operating room, you’ll experience the beauty of Ohio’s landscapes—from pastoral countryside to rejuvenated town centers, with easy access to parks, trails, and cultural offerings. This is a place where midwestern hospitality meets modern healthcare—a setting that supports balance, personal growth, and a strong sense of community. In addition to the local appeal, the role offers the possibility of working in different locations across the United States, expanding your exposure to varied surgical teams, techniques, and patient populations. It’s an invitation to broaden your horizons while keeping a steady anchor in Lancaster’s welcoming environment.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Core duties: As a Surgical Tech, you will prepare operating rooms, curate instrument sets, assist in maintaining sterile fields, pass instruments with precision, and anticipate the needs of surgeons during complex procedures. You’ll support circulating nurses, ensure accurate counts for safety, and participate in room turnover with speed and care. Your vigilance protects patient outcomes and sets the tone for high-performing surgical teams.
- Professional growth: This position provides hands-on engagement with a wide range of procedures and specialties, enabling you to refine technique, expand your procedural vocabulary, and pursue certification and continuing education opportunities. The dynamic travel setting accelerates collaboration with seasoned professionals, empowering you to bring best practices back to every assignment.
- Competitive benefits: In addition to the competitive weekly pay, you’ll have access to a signing bonus and housing assistance to simplify transitions between assignments. There are robust extension opportunities for those who demonstrate adaptability, reliability, and a collaborative approach in the OR.
- 24/7 support: Traveling with our company means continuous, 24/7 support—our team is available around the clock to assist with housing, logistics, credentialing, and any on-site needs, ensuring you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
- Work environment: You’ll join a values-driven organization that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and meticulous execution. Our mission centers on empowering staff to advance their careers within a supportive framework that recognizes the critical role travel professionals play in maintaining surgical capacity and patient safety.
Company values:
We’re committed to empowering surgical professionals to grow within a supportive, inclusive culture. By investing in development, providing steady guidance, and encouraging cross-team collaboration, we enable you to shape your career path while contributing to a resilient healthcare continuum. Our environment honors expertise, values open communication, and places patient well-being at the forefront—creating a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and ready to advance.
Call to action:
If you’re a dedicated Surgical Tech ready to expand your impact, seize this opportunity to join a company that recognizes your contributions and champions your professional development. Apply now to embark on a journey that blends Ohio’s peaceful pace with the dynamic pace of travel assignments across the country. This is your chance to strengthen your craft, experience new surgical settings, and build a future where your skills open doors to ongoing growth and leadership in the operating room.
Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection
ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.
Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Contract work, Local area, Relocation package,