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Travel Surgical Technician

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

... Tech in Surgery (TS-C) by NCCT Minimum 3 years of experience required Previous travel experience ... weekend work. On-call: 6 weekdays and 6 weekends calls in 6 weeks work schedule Day 1 Dental ...

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How much do weekend surgical tech jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average weekly pay for weekend surgical tech in Connecticut is $1,790.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,334.62 and $2,196.15 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend surgical tech?

A Weekend Surgical Tech is a surgical technologist who primarily works on weekends, assisting surgeons and medical teams during procedures. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring all necessary equipment is available. This role is ideal for those seeking a flexible schedule or supplemental income while still playing a crucial role in patient care.

What are the typical responsibilities and work environment for a weekend surgical tech?

As a Weekend Surgical Tech, you will primarily assist surgeons and nurses in the operating room by preparing and passing instruments, maintaining sterile fields, and supporting patient care before, during, and after procedures. Weekend shifts often mean working in a smaller team and handling a wide range of surgeries, sometimes including emergencies. You will need to adapt to fluctuating caseloads and collaborate closely with surgical staff in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, teamwork, and the opportunity to directly impact patient outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the weekend surgical tech position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Surgical Tech, you need a solid understanding of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and instrument handling, typically obtained through a surgical technology program and certification (such as CST or NCCT). Familiarity with surgical tools, operating room protocols, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are important soft skills for this role. These qualities are critical for ensuring patient safety, efficient surgical workflows, and successful outcomes in high-stress, time-sensitive environments.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Surgical Tech job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $93,112 per year, or $44.8 per hour.

Surgical Tech Various schedules needed

Bridgeport, CT • On-site

Yale New Haven Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

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Job description

Job Opportunity At Bridgeport Hospital

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Bridgeport Hospital has amazing opportunities available for Surgical Technicians in the following areas. Benefits of a career with Bridgeport Hospital include:

  • New pay rates
  • Quality of work-life balance
  • A rich benefit package which includes: an excellent employer matching 403B, tuition reimbursement, health care benefits, eye glass coverage, PTO, etc.

Current Openings

  • Surgical Tech - Main Operating Room- 40 Hour Day/Evening (Rotating) With Call
  • Surgical Tech - Milford Campus Operating Room - Per Diem/Part time/Full time Day/Evening, With Call
  • OB Tech-Labor and Delivery-36 Hour Evening/Nights-7:00pm-7:30am
  • OB Tech-Labor and Delivery-40 Hour Day/Evening-7:00am-3:30pm 2 times per week, 7:00am-7:30pm 2 times per week every other weekend, every other holiday

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates patient care concepts.
  • Demonstrates the application of the principles of asepsis and disinfection in a knowledgeable manner in the care of the supplies, instruments, and the environment.
  • Demonstrates surgical case presentation skills.
  • Demonstrates the role of a scrub person.
  • Demonstrates the role of the assisting circulator.
  • Demonstrates the accountability as a health care professional.
  • Completes non-therapeutic functions under the direction of MD, PA, APRN or RN.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Graduate of CAAHEP accredited surgical technology program or formal program as defined by the LCCST or who has completed the structured on the job training program at Bridgeport Hospital.

EXPERIENCE

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LICENSURE

Completion of licensed Certified Surgical Technology Program. As of January 1, 2012 all newly hired Surgical Technologist will be certified or obtain certification within 1 year of employment. Surgical Technician hired before January 1, 2012 will be grandfathered in.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Demonstrates knowledge of all aspects of the surgical department and works independently on minor or minimally complex cases. Utilizes the recommended guidelines as set forth in the Association of Surgical Technologist Standards of Practice in accomplishing job related responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, or crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk and hear. They may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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