Travel Operating Room Technician - Peoria, Illinois

Travel Operating Room Technician - Peoria, Illinois

Location Peoria, IL Discipline ORT Date Posted September 21, 2026

Job Description

Set your sights on Peoria, IL, a vibrant city nestled along the Illinois River, where renowned healthcare organizations blend with charming neighborhoods and an inviting cultural scene. From riverside trails and lively festivals to local eateries, Peoria offers a perfect mix of urban convenience and Midwestern warmth, making it an ideal spot for your next travel healthcare adventure.

Step outside your comfort zone and build your clinical strengths while working alongside diverse surgical teams. This travel assignment as an OR Certified Surgical Tech exposes you to innovative operating room practices and fresh leadership perspectives, strengthening your expertise and enhancing your resume. Experience how different facilities approach perioperative care, and gain valuable insights to share throughout your future career.

Explore new attractions and natural wonders during your off-hours, with easy access to historic sites, verdant parks, and vibrant downtown offerings. Travel assignments foster meaningful growth personally and professionally while you enjoy memorable adventures in a new locale.

Schedule/Hours:

• Full-time travel position (specific shifts and days may vary)

Essential Qualifications:

• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) required
• Experience working in operating room settings, including knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical instrumentation
• Previous travel assignment experience is a plus but not required
• Strong team collaboration and excellent communication skills
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare operating rooms and ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are sterile and ready for surgery
• Assist surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses during procedures by passing instruments and supplies
• Maintain a safe, sterile environment to prevent infection
• Accurately count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after procedures
• Support patient care and safety throughout perioperative phases

Outstanding Benefits & Perks:

• Tax-advantaged travel stipends and full travel assistance for relocation
• Premium compensation
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Professional stability and job security on every assignment
• Opportunity to grow your clinical experience in unique settings

Chart a new path in your surgical tech career and unlock both adventure and professional achievement. Apply now to make a difference in Peoria, expand your expertise, and discover your next favorite city!

$1,815 - $1,920/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 40 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.