Travel First Assist Technician - $1,806 per week
GHR Healthcare, Olney, MD, United States
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy is seeking a travel First Assist Technician for a travel job in Olney, Maryland.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
First Assist Technician
Discipline:
Allied Health Professional
Start Date:
05/25/2026
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours
Employment Type:
Travel
Travel OR Tech First Assist (NBSTSA) – Olney, MD | 13-week Travel Contract
Travel OR Tech First Assist – Olney, MD: 13-week contract for NBSTSA-certified surgical technologists with robotic-assisted surgery and SPD experience.
Join a dynamic perioperative team as a Travel Operating Room (OR) Tech First Assist in Olney, Maryland (20832). This 13-week travel surgical technologist job places you in a supportive, community-focused acute care hospital where you will use advanced surgical technology, including Mako and DaVinci systems, and make a direct impact on patient care. Olney is a vibrant suburb with excellent schools and easy access to Washington, D.C. and Maryland parks—an ideal location for travel healthcare professionals.
Job Details
Location:
Olney, MD 20832 (Montgomery County) — Maryland travel healthcare job
Contract Length:
13 weeks (May 25, 2026 – August 24, 2026)
Shift:
3 x 12-hour day shifts (06:45 – 18:45)
Hours per Week:
36
Weekly Estimated Pay:
$1,700 – $1,830 (travel surgical technologist pay)
Call:
Up to 12 hours/week (Mon–Fri 7p–7a) & 12 hours weekend call (Fri–Sun 7p–7p)
Weekend Shifts:
2 x 12-hour weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
Holiday Coverage:
Every other holiday required
Setting:
Acute care community hospital, 7 OR rooms, daily census ~25
Job Requirements
Minimum 2 years recent experience as an OR Tech First Assist / Surgical First Assistant in an OR setting
Travel assignment experience required (travel surgical technologist)
NBSTSA certification required (Certified Surgical First Assistant)
Current BLS (AHA) required
Hands-on experience with Mako and DaVinci robotic-assisted surgery systems required
Experience with SPD instrument tracking, sterilization, and decontamination protocols required
Ability to float to Labor & Delivery (L&D)/OB for C-sections and related procedures as needed
Experience in a community hospital or acute care setting required
Familiarity with Cerner electronic charting preferred
Must have or be eligible for Maryland or compact state surgical technologist licensure
Annual flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
Responsibilities
Assist surgeons during operative and invasive procedures as the OR First Assist / Surgical First Assistant
Prepare and maintain sterile fields, instruments, and equipment following perioperative and infection control standards
Operate and assist with Mako and DaVinci robotic systems for robotic-assisted surgical cases
Track, process, and manage surgical instruments using SPD protocols and instrument-tracking systems
Float to Labor & Delivery/OB for C-sections and cesarean-related procedures as needed
Participate in on-call rotation and provide weekend and holiday coverage per schedule
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and perioperative best practices
Why this travel surgical technologist job?
Gain hands-on experience with advanced robotic platforms, work in a team-oriented community hospital environment, and enjoy the convenience of Olney’s location near Washington, D.C. Competitive weekly pay and a defined 13-week travel contract make this an excellent short-term opportunity for experienced OR First Assist professionals.
Apply now:
If you are an NBSTSA-certified OR Tech First Assist with robotic surgery and SPD experience and eligible for Maryland or compact licensure, apply today to join our surgical team. Submit your resume and certifications to be considered for this Olney, MD travel contract—join our healthcare team today!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy Job ID #476022. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: First Assist
About GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
First Assist Technician
Discipline:
Allied Health Professional
Start Date:
05/25/2026
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours
Employment Type:
Travel
Travel OR Tech First Assist (NBSTSA) – Olney, MD | 13-week Travel Contract
Travel OR Tech First Assist – Olney, MD: 13-week contract for NBSTSA-certified surgical technologists with robotic-assisted surgery and SPD experience.
Join a dynamic perioperative team as a Travel Operating Room (OR) Tech First Assist in Olney, Maryland (20832). This 13-week travel surgical technologist job places you in a supportive, community-focused acute care hospital where you will use advanced surgical technology, including Mako and DaVinci systems, and make a direct impact on patient care. Olney is a vibrant suburb with excellent schools and easy access to Washington, D.C. and Maryland parks—an ideal location for travel healthcare professionals.
Job Details
Location:
Olney, MD 20832 (Montgomery County) — Maryland travel healthcare job
Contract Length:
13 weeks (May 25, 2026 – August 24, 2026)
Shift:
3 x 12-hour day shifts (06:45 – 18:45)
Hours per Week:
36
Weekly Estimated Pay:
$1,700 – $1,830 (travel surgical technologist pay)
Call:
Up to 12 hours/week (Mon–Fri 7p–7a) & 12 hours weekend call (Fri–Sun 7p–7p)
Weekend Shifts:
2 x 12-hour weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
Holiday Coverage:
Every other holiday required
Setting:
Acute care community hospital, 7 OR rooms, daily census ~25
Job Requirements
Minimum 2 years recent experience as an OR Tech First Assist / Surgical First Assistant in an OR setting
Travel assignment experience required (travel surgical technologist)
NBSTSA certification required (Certified Surgical First Assistant)
Current BLS (AHA) required
Hands-on experience with Mako and DaVinci robotic-assisted surgery systems required
Experience with SPD instrument tracking, sterilization, and decontamination protocols required
Ability to float to Labor & Delivery (L&D)/OB for C-sections and related procedures as needed
Experience in a community hospital or acute care setting required
Familiarity with Cerner electronic charting preferred
Must have or be eligible for Maryland or compact state surgical technologist licensure
Annual flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
Responsibilities
Assist surgeons during operative and invasive procedures as the OR First Assist / Surgical First Assistant
Prepare and maintain sterile fields, instruments, and equipment following perioperative and infection control standards
Operate and assist with Mako and DaVinci robotic systems for robotic-assisted surgical cases
Track, process, and manage surgical instruments using SPD protocols and instrument-tracking systems
Float to Labor & Delivery/OB for C-sections and cesarean-related procedures as needed
Participate in on-call rotation and provide weekend and holiday coverage per schedule
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and perioperative best practices
Why this travel surgical technologist job?
Gain hands-on experience with advanced robotic platforms, work in a team-oriented community hospital environment, and enjoy the convenience of Olney’s location near Washington, D.C. Competitive weekly pay and a defined 13-week travel contract make this an excellent short-term opportunity for experienced OR First Assist professionals.
Apply now:
If you are an NBSTSA-certified OR Tech First Assist with robotic surgery and SPD experience and eligible for Maryland or compact licensure, apply today to join our surgical team. Submit your resume and certifications to be considered for this Olney, MD travel contract—join our healthcare team today!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy Job ID #476022. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: First Assist
About GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.