Travel Surgical Technologist
Urbana, IL
Med Ninjas
4x10 hrs, Days

OR Surgical Assistant – Urbana, Illinois

Position Summary:

The OR Surgical Assistant works as an integral member of the perioperative team, assisting surgeons during surgical procedures, primarily orthopedic surgeries. Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, preparing instruments, assisting with surgical techniques, and ensuring patient safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist surgeons during orthopedic and other surgical procedures, including suctioning, retracting, tying sutures, and camera handling.

• Maintain sterile technique and follow aseptic practices and infection control protocols.

• Assist with patient positioning, surgical preparation, equipment setup, and instrument availability.

• Perform wound closure and assist with surgical procedures within the scope of training and certification.

• Perform surgical scrubbing duties and support room turnover between procedures.

• Maintain surgical supplies, manage inventory, and ensure equipment readiness.

• Collaborate with surgeons, registered nurses, and the operating room team to ensure safe and efficient surgical care.

• Support the training and precepting of students and other surgical personnel.

Required Education:

- Associate degree in Surgical Technology.

Required Certifications:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA.

• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Schedule:

• Shift: Day shift, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Hours: 40 hours per week

• Schedule: 4 days per week, 10 hours per day

Location: Urbana, Illinois

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Orthopedic surgical experience

• Surgical instrumentation and sterile technique

• First-assist surgical procedures

• Suturing and wound closure

• Patient positioning and surgical preparation

• Operating room safety and infection prevention

• Surgical equipment and inventory management