Travel Surgical Tech Job

Step into a pivotal role as a Surgical Tech in Watertown, New York, where your steady hands, acute attention to detail, and collaborative spirit help enable life-changing surgical outcomes. This is your chance to contribute to a trusted surgical team, support patient journeys from pre-op through post-op recovery, and grow within a specialty that blends precision with compassionate care. As you prepare for a start date of 01/05/2026, you’ll join a program designed to support your professional development while delivering meaningful clinical impact. Separately, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the beautiful places of this state, from the scenic shores of Lake Ontario to the tranquil stretches of the Adirondacks and the charming river towns along the Thousand Islands—perfect settings to unwind after meaningful shifts.

Location benefits extend beyond Watertown. The area offers a welcoming community atmosphere, access to outdoor recreation, and a relaxed pace that supports balance between demanding surgical schedules and downtime with family and friends. For those who relish variety, the role also provides the option to be deployed to other locations across the United States, delivering exposure to diverse surgical teams, different facilities, and a broad spectrum of procedures. Whether you’re refining sterile technique in a fast-paced urban hospital or applying your skills in rural or regional centers, you’ll gain versatile experiences that sharpen your expertise and expand your professional network. You’ll enjoy convenient access to regional amenities, reputable educational resources, and opportunities to engage with a supportive community that values your contributions.

Role specifics and benefits start with a clear view of your responsibilities and the path for growth. In this Surgical Tech position, you will assist the surgical team by preparing the operating room, arranging instruments and supplies, passing sterile instruments to surgeons, maintaining rigorous sterile technique, and performing instrument counts with accuracy to ensure patient safety. You’ll support a variety of specialties and procedures, collaborating closely with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia teams to optimize efficiency and outcomes. This role offers substantial professional development: you’ll gain exposure to multiple surgical subspecialties, refine your anesthesia support skills, and deepen your understanding of intraoperative workflows. The program emphasizes ongoing learning and encourages certifications, cross-training opportunities, and potential advancement within the surgical services continuum. Competitive benefits include a sign-on or completion bonus where applicable, robust housing support to ease relocation, and opportunities for contract extensions based on performance and staffing needs. You’ll also receive comprehensive support, including 24/7 assistance from our dedicated travel and on-site teams to address any housing, logistics, or clinical questions that arise while you’re on assignment. Weekly pay is competitive, reflecting the skill and reliability you bring to the table, with a guaranteed 40 hours per week, and assignments structured in weeks to provide predictability and planning ease. The package recognizes not only your clinical duties but your resilience, adaptability, and commitment to patient-centered care, allowing you to sustain momentum across locations as you expand your professional horizons.

Company values center on empowering staff, fostering a culture of respect, mentorship, and continuous growth. The organization is dedicated to supporting your career trajectory through structured onboarding, ongoing training, and clear pathways to advanced roles in the operating room and perioperative services. You’ll be part of a team that values initiative, open communication, and collaborative problem-solving, ensuring you never feel isolated in your travel journey. The emphasis on a supportive work environment means you’ll have access to guidance, resources, and a community of colleagues committed to your well-being and professional development—so you can thrive both professionally and personally as you navigate assignments across the country.

Call to action: If you’re ready to elevate your surgical tech career, seize this exciting opportunity to contribute to patient care, learn across settings, and grow with a company that values your expertise and dedication. Apply now to join a program designed to recognize your skills, reward your reliability, and invest in your future. Start your next chapter in Watertown and beyond, delivering high-quality perioperative support while exploring the diverse possibilities that a nationwide assignment program offers.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

TLC Nursing is a nationwide healthcare staffing agency that provides high-quality, dependable healthcare professionals to hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and home health organizations across the United States. Built on the values of trust, reliability, integrity, and exceptional patient care, TLC Nursing has become a preferred partner for facilities looking for consistent and compassionate clinical support.

We place Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Allied Health professionals, Travel Healthcare Workers, and more. Through a people-first approach and deep industry expertise, we match the right clinicians to the right opportunities while supporting them throughout their entire assignment.

Shift Shield – Industry-Exclusive Protection

TLC Nursing is the only company in the healthcare staffing industry to offer Shift Shield — a program designed to protect clinicians from preventable assignment disruptions and ensure they are compensated fairly when facilities cancel shifts unexpectedly.

Shift Shield provides:

• Guaranteed compensation for last-minute or preventable facility-driven cancellations


• Protection against income loss, giving clinicians peace of mind


• A consistent and fair work experience, unmatched by competitors


• Increased transparency between TLC Nursing, clinicians, and facilities

This unique program demonstrates TLC Nursing’s commitment to putting healthcare workers first and creating a more stable, predictable staffing experience.

Why Healthcare Professionals and Facilities Choose TLC Nursing

✓ Proven Industry Expertise

More than two decades of staffing experience with a strong understanding of travel contracts, compliance, credentialing, and rapid deployment.

✓ Highest Standards of Quality & Compliance

We follow rigorous screening processes to ensure each clinician meets all state, federal, and facility-specific requirements.

✓ Premium Support for Clinicians

Dedicated recruiters, 24/7 availability, and a supportive approach that focuses on communication, transparency, and long-term relationships.

✓ Nationwide Coverage

Staffing solutions in all 50 states, including travel contracts, per-diem, local contracts, permanent placements, and crisis response.

Mission Statement

To enhance the delivery of patient care by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with the facilities that need them most — while providing unmatched support, protection, and reliability through programs like Shift Shield.

Next Steps

Thank you for choosing TLC Nursing for your next travel assignment. Let's expedite your submission to the job of your liking by completing your professional profile on our iTraveler app. We invite you to download our iTraveler app from the App Store or Google Play to simplify your travel nursing journey. The iTraveler app streamlines your experience, providing access to job listings, schedules, and important updates at your fingertips. Stay connected with TLC Nursing and take control of your healthcare career with the iTraveler app. We highly recommend our applicants install the iTraveler app along with completing their professional profile and uploading the following documents:

• Resume


• Active BLS


• COVID Vaccination Card


• Two Professional References


• Skills checklist


• Your Professional License

Download the iTraveler app now!

Did you know you can earn up to $1000 per referral? You DO NOT need to be an employee of TLC Nursing to earn this $$$. You can track each of your referrals and get paid out with Visa Gift Cards once your referral meets our requirements. Click Here to Get Started earning unlimited Referral BONUS!!! You DO NOT need to be a current or former employee of TLC Nursing to earn referral bonuses; EVERYONE Qualifies for this BONUS!!!

So, WHY choose to travel with TLC Nursing?

TLC Nursing is your destination for boutique healthcare jobs, whether it is Travel, Local, Per Diem, or Permanent Placement. TLC Nursing is your trusted career partner. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. At TLC Nursing, we're not just a staffing agency but a healthcare family dedicated to positively impacting our community. Join a dynamic team and become part of a caring community that values your skills, dedication, and contributions.



Why Join TLC Nursing?

TLC Nursing has the best and the highest-paying travel RN, travel LPN, and travel Allied jobs. Discover rewarding careers in travel nursing with TLC Nursing, a nurse-owned and operated travel nursing agency. Our wide range of job listings includes travel nursing jobs, travel allied jobs, travel RN jobs, and travel LPN jobs.

Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position.

Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons.

Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime.



Benefits:

Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.

25K Life Insurance on day one!

401 (k) with a matching contribution.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase.

Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend.

Unlimited referral bonus!

Access to unlimited continuing education units online.

We are proudly a Nurse-owned and operated travel nurse and travel healthcare staffing agency!



Vermont Business Magazine voted us The Best Staffing Agency in 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2017!



TLC Nursing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.