Travel OR Tech Job

TLC • Herrin, IL

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About The Position

Step into a dynamic traveling OR Tech role anchored in Herrin, Illinois, where your expertise in the operating room will be the quiet force behind every successful procedure. As an OR Tech on a multi-week assignment, you’ll stand at the nexus of patient safety and surgical efficiency, preparing supplies, maintaining sterile fields, and supporting the team from start to finish. Your precise hands, vigilance, and collaborative spirit will help surgeons navigate complex cases with confidence, while you safeguard sterile technique, count instruments, and anticipate needs with proactive professionalism. This is more than a job title—it’s an opportunity to elevate patient care, sharpen your technical acumen, and grow within a supportive, high-energy surgical environment. Beyond the OR, you’ll discover the beauty of Southern Illinois, where quiet towns meet outdoor adventures. From the lush trails of Shawnee National Forest to scenic riverfronts and charming local eateries, Herrin offers a balanced lifestyle that nourishes both professional focus and personal well‑being. When you’re ready for a change of scenery, the openness of this region makes it easy to unwind after a busy day, while still staying connected to a community that values your contributions. Location benefits come into sharp relief in Herrin, a friendly hub in southern Illinois that blends small-town warmth with proximity to larger metro areas for occasional shopping, dining, and weekend explorations. The area rewards you with a straightforward commute, a welcoming workforce, and opportunities to bond with colleagues who share your commitment to exceptional patient care. Additionally, this program presents the flexibility to work in various locations across the United States, offering a wealth of experiences across diverse facilities. You’ll gain exposure to different OR setups, instrumentation inventories, and case mixes—from routine procedures to high-demand specialties—broadening your professional perspective while maintaining the same high standard of care. Whether you choose to stay in Herrin for extended blocks or rotate through partner facilities, you’ll develop adaptability, expand your professional network, and return to each setting with renewed confidence and skill. Role specifics and benefits center on your essential responsibilities and the support that surrounds you. As the OR Tech, you will assist the circulating nurse and surgical team by organizing and sterilizing instruments, preparing sterile fields, and passing instruments with precision during procedures. Your duties include maintaining accurate counts, managing specimen labeling and handling, and supporting patient positioning and room turnover to ensure timely starts for successive cases. You’ll contribute to equipment readiness, ensure proper functioning of back-table setups, and help manage a distraction-free environment so surgeons can focus on precision. The role provides meaningful pathways for growth within the OR tech family, with avenues to expand into more advanced circulator responsibilities, specialty support roles, or cross-training in different surgical disciplines. In terms of benefits, this assignment features competitive weekly pay in the range of $2,027-$2,182, a sign-on bonus, comprehensive housing assistance, and clear extension opportunities, so you can plan long-term with confidence. You will receive robust support throughout the travel experience, including 24/7 assistance from our dedicated team as you move between facilities, adjust to new teams, and navigate variations in case load and workflow. The assignment starts on 03/09/2026 and is structured as a multi-week engagement with guaranteed hours of 36.0 per week, giving you stability and predictability while you explore new environments. Flexibility is paired with structure, ensuring you know what to expect while you pursue professional growth in a vibrant network of healthcare facilities. Finally, the program emphasizes continuous learning, with access to educational resources, peer mentorship, and opportunities to refine sterile technique, instrument handling, and intraoperative support. Company values emphasize empowering staff, fostering career advancement, and cultivating a supportive work environment where contributions are recognized and growth is encouraged. Our partners share a commitment to nurturing skilled, confident professionals who elevate patient outcomes and inspire teamwork. You’ll join colleagues who value meticulous care, proactive communication, and a patient-centered approach, all while enjoying a culture that respects work-life balance and promotes personal development. Whether you’re coming from a recent credential or carrying years of hands-on OR experience, you’ll find a path to elevate your practice, broaden your surgical exposure, and contribute to communities that rely on your expertise. Ready to embark on this opportunity? Apply now and join a company that prioritizes your professional development, offers meaningful clinical challenges, and supports your journey with comprehensive resources and a collaborative spirit. In Herrin and beyond, you’ll be part of a network that values your skill, respects your journey, and stands beside you as you advance. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. 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Responsibilities

• Assist the circulating nurse and surgical team by organizing and sterilizing instruments
• Preparing sterile fields
• Passing instruments with precision during procedures
• Maintaining accurate counts
• Managing specimen labeling and handling
• Supporting patient positioning and room turnover to ensure timely starts for successive cases
• Contribute to equipment readiness
• Ensure proper functioning of back-table setups
• Help manage a distraction-free environment so surgeons can focus on precision

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay in the range of $2,027-$2,182
• Sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive housing assistance
• Clear extension opportunities
• Robust support throughout the travel experience, including 24/7 assistance from our dedicated team as you move between facilities, adjust to new teams, and navigate variations in case load and workflow
• Access to educational resources
• Peer mentorship
• Opportunities to refine sterile technique, instrument handling, and intraoperative support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed