Travel Surgical Tech - $1,783 per week in Normal, IL

Function as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second, or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of a Registered Nurse during the intraoperative period. Perform sterilization, disinfection, and documentation of loads per policy; maintain and clean equipment and identify items needing repair.

Job ID: 897676

Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,783.16

Job Title

Surgical Technician
Location

Normal, IL | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | Onsite
Key Responsibilities

• Function as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second, or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of a Registered Nurse during the intraoperative period.
• Apply the principles of asepsis to maintain a sterile environment throughout surgical procedures.
• Provide age-specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in the organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to support an efficient and cost-effective department.
• Perform sterilization, disinfection, and documentation of loads per policy; maintain and clean equipment and identify items needing repair.
• Participate in room turnover and setup, and charge for equipment and supplies used.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of surgical technician experience.
• Ability to independently scrub basic surgical procedures.
• Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or a Certificate of Completion from a Surgical Technology program.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• IDPH Fingerprinting required.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Demonstrated ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed.
• Applied knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology as it relates to surgical patient care.
• Working knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers in a surgical setting.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work as a key member of a collaborative perioperative team in a dynamic surgical environment.
• Gain valuable hands-on experience across a range of surgical procedures in an acute care setting.