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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbia, MO for STs

Find Top ST Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbia, Missouri

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Columbia, Missouri. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Columbia’s OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Columbia is a great location for OR travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Operating Room Jobs in or near Columbia

We have 1 Operating Room travel jobs in Missouri, and 107 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Kansas City, Missouri – 64132
    Distance from Columbia: 121 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 26, 2025
  • 13
$1,506 to $1,660
Weekly Pay*
Esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its team. Unit runs 11 OR rooms every day and perform transplants, burns, neuro, vascular, general, robotic, ortho, ENT, and gyn. 500+ bed Level 1 Trauma center and teaching hospital. KC/KCMO has several outstanding restaurants that have been featured on the Food Network’s “Diners, Drive thrus, & Dives!” AND they have the WORLD FAMOUS KANSAS CITY BBQ TOUR!! The area has recently enjoyed a thriving tech boom, and offers music fans a stunning Jazz scene.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50309
    Distance from Columbia: 195 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 14
$1,910 to $2,105
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Methodist Medical Center was established in 1901 in a single building. Today, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital. Located in downtown Des Moines on a 42-acre campus, Iowa Methodist employs nearly 4,000 people and has 370 staffed beds. Iowa Methodist is well known throughout the Midwest for cancer care. Iowa Methodist is one of two Level I Trauma Centers in the state of Iowa. Life Flight, the air ambulance program for Iowa Methodist, began in 1979 and continues to fly hundreds of vital missions per year. 16 OR’s 1,050 cases/month Variety of cases, Level I Trauma Ctr All specialties Open Heart, Kidney Transplant, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Robotics, ENT, General Surgery, Bariatrics, Pediatrics, Plastics, Urology, Vascular, Gynecology, Oncology
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Herrin, Illinois – 62948
    Distance from Columbia: 196 miles
  • 10 D, 10 N,
  • July 8, 2025
  • 13
$1,916 to $2,112
Weekly Pay*
Your Career. Our Company. Together, We Grow. At Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH), we realize that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by providing our employees with that same care and appreciation. We offer rich opportunities to develop and grow professionally, an environment of excellence in patient care, and the awareness that everything we accomplish is a direct outgrowth of the superb efforts and dedication of our employees. As a non-profit system of almost 4000 employees, we have won national acclaim for our cancer, cardiac, stroke, bariatric, breast imaging, and rehabilitation services. Role Specific Responsibilities Assists in transportation and positioning of patients Assists in assembling and dismantling of tables and instruments before and after procedure Prepares patient and room for the planned surgical procedures. Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures Completes skin preparation and draping Assist Surgeon with gowning and gloving Assist surgeon by passing instruments and suture Assists in maintaining correct count of instruments, sutures, and sponges Applies dressings and bandages as needed Assists in identifying, collecting, and caring for specimens. Decontaminates instruments (point of use cleaning), supplies and equipment according to established policies and procedures; handles and stores instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately Aids in the efficient turnover of the operating room for next cases Monitors and restocks supplies
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Clive, Iowa – 50266
    Distance from Columbia: 197 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,716 to $1,891
Weekly Pay*
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
    Distance from Columbia: 214 miles
  • 8 E,
  • July 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,932 to $2,129
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! At St. Luke’s Hospital, our top priority is you — you are the center of everything we do. We understand who you turn to for healthcare is a choice, so we thank you for choosing us. Through our shared mission, vision and values, we show the people and communities we serve how much they matter. Our personal mission is to give the healthcare we’d like our loved ones to receive. We do this by combining the best technology, innovation and personal expertise, all while putting you first. We are proud of our many accomplishments and to be part of the amazing community of Cedar Rapids, which was recognized nationally for providing high-quality healthcare at a low cost. St. Luke’s has been a committed and involved member of the Cedar Rapids community since its founding more than 140 years ago. Part of that commitment is providing financial assistance to the underinsured and uninsured. We also offer a number of services to help our community live thriving, healthy lives.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Mattoon, Illinois – 61938
    Distance from Columbia: 215 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,722 to $1,898
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Mattoon, Illinois – 61938
    Distance from Columbia: 215 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
Contact for Details
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Columbia: 234 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,864 to $2,054
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Omaha, Nebraska – 68124
    Distance from Columbia: 248 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,509 to $1,663
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Mason City, Iowa – 50401
    Distance from Columbia: 294 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,650 to $1,818
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Lafayette, Indiana – 47905
    Distance from Columbia: 307 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,633 to $1,800
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Mauston, Wisconsin – 53948
    Distance from Columbia: 355 miles
  • 8 D, 8 E, 8 N,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,720 to $1,896
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73134
    Distance from Columbia: 373 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
Contact for Details
7 suite outpatient surgical center offering Endoscopy Procedures along with General, Hand, Ophthalmology, Orthopedic, Otorhinolaryngology (ENT), Plastic, Podiatry, and Urology Surgery
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Burnsville, Minnesota – 55337
    Distance from Columbia: 405 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,909 to $2,104
Weekly Pay*
M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital, a prominent Acute Care Hospital in the bustling city of Anytown Burnsville, MN, United States, stands as a shining example of the commitment and dedication that comes with private hospital ownership Voluntary non-profit – Church. This state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest medical technology and a highly skilled medical team, guaranteeing the residents of Anytown receive top-tier healthcare services.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota – 55109
    Distance from Columbia: 416 miles
  • 8 E,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,131 to $2,349
Weekly Pay*
Fairview’s mission extends beyond traditional health care settings. We’re rooted in and committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. We do this in partnership with the community while providing high-quality care. The Fairview Community Health and Wellness Hub is partnership in action. Together with a group of community organizations, our St. Paul campus has transformed into a community-driven space focused on prevention and wellness.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota – 55417
    Distance from Columbia: 419 miles
  • 8 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 26
$1,697 to $1,870
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Cincinnati, Ohio – 45219
    Distance from Columbia: 420 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,975 to $2,176
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! The Christ Hospital is ranked as the #1 Hospital in Greater Cincinnati and #3 in Ohio. CVOR: -The Cardiovascular Operating Room is a subset of our Main Operating Room, consisting of 3 open heart rooms, 1 cardiovascular/thoracic robot room and 1 hybrid room. It is a fast-paced, critical environment where our staff of Registered Nurses, Surgical Technologists, Surgical Assistants, and support staff work together to provide nationally recognized care. -Our CVOR staff is highly proficient in complex and specialized cardiovascular surgical procedures including CABG, mitral/aortic valve repair/replacement, heart transplants, balloon pumps, Impella insertions, LVADs, RVADs, ECMO, ascending aortic aneurysms, minimally invasive procedures, and robotic heart/chest procedures. -In the hybrid room, our CVOR staff assists with endovascular repairs of thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms and acts as standby for procedures done by the Cath Lab and EP Lab. -Our patients are high acuity and often have many co-morbidities. -Good patient outcomes and patient safety is our number one priority and staff is highly supported by nursing leadership and medical leadership.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Jackson, Michigan – 49201
    Distance from Columbia: 474 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 26, 2025
  • 12
$1,350 to $1,487
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Plano, Texas – 75075
    Distance from Columbia: 477 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 16, 2025
  • 13
$1,344 to $1,481
Weekly Pay*
500+ bed Level 1 Trauma center, Magnet facility, and teaching hospital located in a suburb of Dallas.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Mora, Minnesota – 55051
    Distance from Columbia: 481 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Roswell, Georgia – 30076
    Distance from Columbia: 558 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,519 to $1,675
Weekly Pay*
The Surgical Technologist Certified functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits an acquisition of additional surgical skills for progressively more difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or equipment required for procedures. Ability to mentor, precept or train in various modalities. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns. In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also, ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the facility in which the ST is working.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Duluth, Georgia – 30097
    Distance from Columbia: 569 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,435 to $1,581
Weekly Pay*
A great opportunity to join the Emory team at John’s Creek! This is a close knit team with friendly surgeons Top 10 Diagnosis/Procedures: Total Joints (hips, knees, shoulders), Spine (ortho & neuro), General (chole, appy, colon), Robotics (urology, general, colorectal, GYN)
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Petoskey, Michigan – 49770
    Distance from Columbia: 582 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • June 16, 2025
  • 13
$1,394 to $1,536
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Columbia: 585 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,547 to $1,705
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Statistics on OR ST Jobs in Columbia, Missouri

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Columbia. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Columbia and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Columbia and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for STs in Columbia, MO

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in Columbia?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Columbia and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Columbia and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Columbia can make an average of $1,369 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Columbia and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Columbia can make an average of $1,371 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near Columbia?

  • Boone Hospital Center in Columbia
  • Northeast Regional Medical Center (T) in Kirksville (86.9 miles from Columbia)

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in Columbia?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Columbia is 13 weeks.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbia

In Columbia, facilities like Boone Hospital Center, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like North Village (zip code 65215), North Central Columbia (zip code 65215) and Moores Switch (zip code 65215) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Columbia’s OR job opportunities are Jefferson City (27.3 miles), Moberly (32.7 miles) and Versailles (45.2 miles). These are near to zip codes: 63501 (86.9 miles).

Columbia Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Columbia. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling OR nurse position in or nearby Columbia.

Boone Hospital Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks, 13 wks, and 14 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Emergency Room RN, Endoscopy Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Interventional Radiology, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Outpatient Clinic LPN/LVN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
1600 E Broadway
Columbia, MO 65201
Nearby Neighborhoods
North Village (65215), North Central Columbia (65215), Moores Switch (65215), Douglas Park (65211), Quarry Heights (65212)
Moberly Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, and Psychiatric
Address
1515 Union Avenue
Moberly, MO 65270
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.