Step into a vital Surgical Tech role in Petoskey, Michigan, where your precise hands, calm focus, and collaborative spirit directly support life-saving procedures in a dynamic surgical team. This opportunity is designed for skilled technologists who understand the critical rhythm of the operating room—anticipating the surgeon’s needs, maintaining a pristine sterile field, and ensuring every instrument is ready exactly when required. In this assignment, you’ll partner with surgeons, nurses, and support staff to streamline workflow, safeguard patient comfort, and contribute to outcomes that families remember long after the curtain falls. Your expertise will bridge the gap between meticulous technique and compassionate care, enabling procedures to proceed smoothly and safely. Start Date: 03/09/2026, with an assignment duration measured in weeks, offering the flexibility you need while delivering meaningful, hands-on experience in a respected surgical setting. Weekly pay ranges from $1,471 to $1,550, reflecting your proficiency and the value you bring to the OR team. Guaranteed Hours: 0.0.
Beyond the OR, Michigan reveals a canvas of natural beauty and small-town charm that makes every moment outside the hospital memorable. Petoskey and the northern Lower Peninsula boast pristine shorelines along Lake Michigan, clear bays, and sunlit days perfect for walking the scenic waterfront, hiking in scenic forests, or exploring vibrant downtown markets. You’ll find opportunities to unwind in Petoskey State Park, stroll the historic Gaslight District, or take day trips to the dunes and scenic bluffs that define this region. The state’s interior offers lush fall colors, lakeside retreats, and welcoming communities, all contributing to a balanced lifestyle where your professional dedication can be complemented by restorative downtime and a sense of belonging.
Location benefits are built to support your success. Working in Petoskey gives you access to a close-knit medical community renowned for teamwork, high standards of care, and engaging professional relationships. The location blends outdoor adventure with cultural and culinary experiences, creating a high-quality backdrop for your travel healthcare journey. Additionally, as part of our national program, you may have opportunities to work in other locations across the United States, expanding your professional footprint and exposing you to diverse surgical environments—from metropolitan centers to regional hospitals—while keeping the same level of support, expectations, and career growth. Expect a structured, transparent approach to itineraries, with dependable scheduling that respects your time, while offering the potential for varied assignments that broaden your clinical competencies and professional networks.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to elevate your practice and your life. In this role, you’ll assist surgeons in a range of procedural areas, from general to specialty cases, ensuring the sterile field remains uncompromised and all instruments and implants are accounted for and delivered with precision. You’ll practice meticulous count protocols, assist with draping and prepping, and communicate clearly with the team to optimize throughput without compromising patient safety. The position supports professional growth through exposure to diverse case mixes, opportunities to cross-train, and potential pathways into perioperative leadership or enhanced specialty skills. Competitive benefits accompany your assignment, including a sign-on bonus, housing assistance to ease relocation concerns, and extension opportunities that allow you to extend your contract if you and the facility see continued mutual alignment. The program emphasizes comprehensive support, with 24/7 assistance for traveling clinicians, ensuring you’re never alone when navigating assignments, scheduling changes, or unexpected scenarios. Your success is the program’s priority, and the framework is designed to help you thrive as you deliver essential surgical care.
Company values emphasize empowerment, career advancement, and a supportive work environment. Our partner organizations are committed to recognizing your expertise, investing in your ongoing training, and promoting a culture of collaboration and respect. You’ll find mentors who value your contributions, resources to expand your skill set, and a community that celebrates professional milestones as much as clinical outcomes. The emphasis is on sustainable growth: we want you to grow within your specialty, explore new opportunities as your interests evolve, and feel genuinely supported as you navigate each assignment. We believe your development is interconnected with patient care, and we invest in you so you can invest in those you serve.
Call to action: if you’re a Surgical Tech seeking a compelling, growth-focused travel assignment that honors your craft, apply now to join a company that prioritizes your expertise and development. This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact in Petoskey while keeping doors open to future placements across the country, all within a framework that values you as a professional and as a person. Take the next step toward expanding your clinical horizons, building lasting professional relationships, and shaping the future of perioperative care in a supportive, dynamic environment.
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.
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