Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - Certified Surgical Technologist/CST

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist for a hospital Operating Room position requiring at least 1 year of surgical tech experience. Requirements Minimum of 1 year of surgical technologist experience required Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or Certificate of completion of a Surgical Technology program required BLS certification from the American Heart Association required IDPH Fingerprinting required License required if applicable Ability to independently scrub basic surgical procedures Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology Applied knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers in the surgical setting Demonstrated understanding of sterile technique and perioperative teamwork Responsibilities Hospital Operating Room setting Day shift schedule from 6:45 AM to 5:15 PM with Wednesdays off 40 hours per week over 4 days On-call requirements apply Weekend and holiday shifts on a rotating basis EPIC EMR charting used Function as first, second, or assisting Surgical Technician under RN supervision during the intraoperative period Maintain sterile environment through consistent application of aseptic principles Provide age-specific care to obstetrical patients per department policy Assist with organization and coordination of supplies and equipment Participate in room turnover, set-up, and equipment maintenance Perform sterilization and disinfection procedures and document loads per policy Charge for equipment and supplies used during procedures Maintain a safe environment for patients, coworkers, and self while adhering to safety and legal requirements RTO not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates not accepted Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts Job ID: P-739917 Open Positions: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr Newsandtribune