Job Title: Orthopedic Surgical Technologist (Certification Not Required)
Job Type: 13-Week Contract to Permanent
Setting: Surgical Center
Location: Peoria, IL
Schedule: Days, 5x8s, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM (No nights, weekends, or major holidays)
Direct Hire Pay Rate: $29/hr

Position Overview:
Connected Healthcare is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Surgical Technologist for a 13-week contract-to-permanent position at a multi-specialty Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) in Peoria, IL. Upon successful completion of the contract, the expectation is that the contractor will transition to a permanent staff position. Surgical Techs with a specialty background in orthopedics will cross-train to become multi-specialty in various surgical services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scrub in for orthopedic cases following sterile procedures, setting up back tables and mayo stands, and preparing necessary instruments and supplies for surgery.
• Assist surgeons during surgery by passing instruments, sutures, sponges, and other sterile supplies, and anticipating their needs.
• Observe sterile technique at all times, assisting in draping, holding retraction devices, and supporting the surgical team.
• Prepare the operating room by ensuring all necessary equipment and instruments are ready and sterile.
• Assist with surgical specimen collection and notify the circulating nurse of specimen source.
• Perform counts of sponges, needles, and instruments used during surgery, and assist with sterile dressing of the operative site following surgery.
• Support circulating duties under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• Clean the operating room and dispose of used case carts and instruments per established procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to department staff, including precepting new employees and student technologists.
• Stay current on the latest surgical equipment, techniques, and trends through required in-service programs and department meetings.
• Support the ASC’s continuous quality improvement efforts to improve patient outcomes, patient satisfaction, and efficient use of resources.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Surgical Technologist.
• Experience in orthopedic surgery is required.
• Willingness to cross-train in additional specialties (General, Plastics, Ortho, Gynecology, Eye, ENT, Podiatry, etc.).
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and surgical procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and patients.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and maintain patient safety during surgical procedures.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist is preferred, but not required.

Contract to Permanent Details:

• Competitive pay rate of $29/hour for the contract duration.
• Opportunity for a permanent position after successful completion of the contract.
• Full-time, day shift schedule (6:30 AM - 3:00 PM), with no nights, weekends, or major holidays.
• Join a collaborative, multi-specialty environment in a well-established ASC in Peoria, IL.

Working Environment:

• Surgical suites with minimal exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature extremes.
• Potential exposure to infectious diseases, with appropriate safety measures in place.
• Exposure to latex products.
• Work is performed in a clinical setting, following strict safety and infection control procedures.

Why Connected Healthcare?
Connected Healthcare offers a flexible, supportive staffing model that helps facilities meet their staffing needs while providing healthcare professionals with great work-life balance. This contract-to-permanent opportunity offers the chance to build a long-term career in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.