Travel Surgical Tech Job

Company: TLC Healthforce
Location: Machias
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Embark on a rewarding travel assignment as a Surgical Tech in Maine, specifically in Machias, where your precision, teamwork, and patient-centered care help surgical teams deliver outstanding outcomes. This opportunity places you at the heart of perioperative excellence, supporting a range of procedures with skill, compassion, and unwavering focus. Beginning 04/19/2026, you’ll step into a multi-week assignment designed to challenge your expertise, broaden your clinical footprint, and empower you to influence every patient’s journey. As you explore Machias and the broader Downeast region, you’ll also have the chance to experience the diversity of practice across multiple locations in the United States through our flexible travel programs, building a robust professional network along the way. Location Benefits: Machias offers a welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere with easy access to Maine’s scenic coast, lobster shacks, lighthouse views, and outdoor adventures that refresh after demanding OR shifts. The region’s natural beauty—forests, rivers, and the mesmerizing coastline—provides a restorative backdrop for your travels and a meaningful balance to fast-paced perioperative work. Beyond Machias, our nationwide network opens doors to assignments in varied hospital settings, from bustling urban centers to tranquil rural campuses, each presenting unique patient populations, OR cultures, and procedural opportunities. You’ll gain exposure to different instrument kits, workflow rhythms, and interdisciplinary collaboration, enriching your skill set while you enjoy housing assistance, competitive weekly pay, and the freedom to explore diverse locales. Whether you’re settling into a familiar Maine environment or venturing to a new assignment, you’ll have support to help you acclimate quickly and thrive. Role Specifics and Benefits: In this Surgical Tech role, you’ll be instrumental in preparing the operating room, organizing and passing sterile instruments, maintaining accurate instrument counts, and upholding strict sterile technique throughout procedures. You’ll collaborate closely with surgeons, scrub nurses, circulating nurses, anesthesiologists, and other OR staff to anticipate instrument needs, ensure patient safety, and support efficient case flow. Your vigilance and dexterity will enable complex procedures to proceed smoothly, reducing turnaround times and enhancing outcomes. The position offers substantial opportunities for professional growth within the surgical tech specialty, including exposure to diverse surgical disciplines, cross-training in related perioperative roles, and potential pathways into senior tech positions or perioperative leadership. To support your ongoing development, the program provides access to continuing education resources, mentorship, and practical experiences that deepen knowledge of instrument handling, sterilization science, and perioperative best practices. Our benefits package includes a competitive bonus structure, housing assistance, and possibilities for assignment extensions that align with your career trajectory. You’ll receive dependable, 24/7 support from a dedicated team while traveling with the company, plus comprehensive onboarding, credential verification assistance, and ongoing operational guidance. The weekly pay for this assignment ranges from $1,799 to $1,830, with additional incentives that reflect performance and assignment specifics. This role is designed to reward accuracy, preparedness, and teamwork in a dynamic OR environment, while granting you the autonomy to manage case responsibilities and contribute to a high-performing perioperative team. Company Values: Our organization is founded on empowering healthcare professionals to shape their own career paths. We are committed to ongoing training, transparent advancement opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive culture that prioritizes patient safety, collaboration, and professional dignity. By joining us, you gain access to mentorship, skill-building stipends, and flexible scheduling designed to respect your work-life balance. We celebrate achievement, trust your clinical judgment, and stand by you through every assignment, providing the resources and environment needed to grow—from hands-on coaching to leadership development and opportunities to broaden your scope within the perioperative continuum. Call to Action: If you’re ready to elevate your Surgical Tech career while exploring new places and supporting exceptional patient care, apply now. This is your chance to join a company that values your contribution, champions your development, and offers a clear path toward expanded responsibility and broader clinical impact. Become part of a mission-driven team that delivers high-quality perioperative care across a spectrum of settings, while enjoying the beauty of Machias and the excitement of nationwide travel. Note on compensation and hours: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Privacy & Consent By applying, you agree to TLC Healthforce's Privacy Policy and consent to receive job-related text messages; message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. About TLC Nursing TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing 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 Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Powered by JazzHR qTke2C25xS

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