Travel Surgical Tech Job
Mattoon, IL
Contracted
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mid Level
Introduction:
Step into a pivotal Surgical Tech role that blends precision, teamwork, and patient impact. In this multi‑week assignment anchored in Mattoon, Illinois, you will collaborate with skilled surgeons, nurses, and support staff to ensure every procedure begins with a clean slate and ends with a confident recovery. As a Surgical Tech, you’ll be at the heart of the operating room—anticipating instruments, maintaining sterile technique, and orchestrating a seamless flow that helps surgeons focus on delivering the highest standards of care. Your hands will support life‑saving interventions, your attention to detail will reduce risk, and your commitment to patient comfort will remind families that their loved ones matter. This opportunity invites you to bring your expertise to a community known for warmth, collaboration, and a patient‑first ethos. Illinois offers a mosaic of beauty—from rolling countryside and scenic byways to vibrant towns and riverfronts that create an inspiring backdrop for meaningful work. Mattoon provides a welcoming atmosphere, local parks and eateries, and convenient access to larger cities, combining a fulfilling professional path with a high quality of life. The start date is 03/23/2026, and the assignment spans multiple weeks, presenting continuity and the chance to broaden your experience across different surgical settings. Picture the impact you’ll have on each OR shift: precise instrument handling, thoughtful teamwork, and a steady, reassuring presence for patients and families.
Location Benefits:
Mattoon sits in the heart of central Illinois, offering affordable living, strong community ties, and opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation and cultural amenities. You’ll benefit from a stable schedule with 40 guaranteed hours per week, paired with competitive weekly pay in the range of 2,297 to 2,429 dollars. Beyond Mattoon, there are pathways to work at partner facilities across Illinois and other regions in the U.S. This flexibility lets you experience diverse surgical environments, equipment platforms, and care protocols, expanding your professional horizon while maintaining the support network you rely on. Travel‑ready resources ensure a smooth transition between settings, with a dedicated team assisting housing, transportation, credentialing, and local onboarding. You’ll have access to mentorship from seasoned OR teams, onboarding resources, and opportunities to extend your assignment if you wish to deepen expertise in a particular surgical track. Living in Illinois also presents opportunities to explore regional parks, lakes, festivals, and urban centers on days off, adding balance to a fast‑paced professional journey.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
In this role, you will assist surgical teams by preparing the OR, sterilely draping patients, passing instruments, and anticipating the needs of surgeons throughout procedures. You’ll contribute to instrument counts, maintain instrument tables, handle specimen labeling, and help sustain a sterile field from incision to closure. Your responsibilities extend to verifying patient details, ensuring equipment readiness, coordinating with circulating staff, and documenting essential steps for quality and safety. This position offers a clear path for professional growth within the surgical tech discipline, including cross‑training in specialty areas, pursuing additional certifications, and advancing toward leadership roles on the OR team. Competitive benefits include a bonus possibility, housing assistance to ease relocation, and extension opportunities to prolong your experience with the agency if you enjoy the environment and the team. The organization is committed to comprehensive support, offering 24/7 assistance for traveling clinicians, a dedicated clinical liaison for case questions, and a travel concierge to manage housing, transportation, and credentialing. You will join a network that prioritizes safety, communication, and continuous improvement, with real‑time access to help when you need it and proactive resources to keep you at your best. Weekly pay in the listed range reflects market competitiveness for surgical tech travel roles, and guaranteed hours provide predictability in a field where consistency matters for patient outcomes.
Company Values:
The company is dedicated to empowering its surgical teams, fostering a culture where every clinician can grow, refine skills, and expand career horizons. You’ll find a work environment that respects your expertise, encourages collaboration, and recognizes your contributions with clarity and fairness. The organization supports onboarding, ongoing education, and opportunities to pursue specialty certifications and leadership roles. By emphasizing work‑life balance, reliable support, and transparent communication, the company demonstrates that your professional trajectory—and your well‑being—are central to its mission.
Call to Action:
Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Apply now to join a company that values your surgical expertise, your dedication to patient care, and your ambition to advance. This is more than a job—it's a pathway to meaningful work, continuous learning, and a community that celebrates your success. Note: hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Step into a pivotal Surgical Tech role that blends precision, teamwork, and patient impact. In this multi‑week assignment anchored in Mattoon, Illinois, you will collaborate with skilled surgeons, nurses, and support staff to ensure every procedure begins with a clean slate and ends with a confident recovery. As a Surgical Tech, you’ll be at the heart of the operating room—anticipating instruments, maintaining sterile technique, and orchestrating a seamless flow that helps surgeons focus on delivering the highest standards of care. Your hands will support life‑saving interventions, your attention to detail will reduce risk, and your commitment to patient comfort will remind families that their loved ones matter. This opportunity invites you to bring your expertise to a community known for warmth, collaboration, and a patient‑first ethos. Illinois offers a mosaic of beauty—from rolling countryside and scenic byways to vibrant towns and riverfronts that create an inspiring backdrop for meaningful work. Mattoon provides a welcoming atmosphere, local parks and eateries, and convenient access to larger cities, combining a fulfilling professional path with a high quality of life. The start date is 03/23/2026, and the assignment spans multiple weeks, presenting continuity and the chance to broaden your experience across different surgical settings. Picture the impact you’ll have on each OR shift: precise instrument handling, thoughtful teamwork, and a steady, reassuring presence for patients and families.
Location Benefits:
Mattoon sits in the heart of central Illinois, offering affordable living, strong community ties, and opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation and cultural amenities. You’ll benefit from a stable schedule with 40 guaranteed hours per week, paired with competitive weekly pay in the range of 2,297 to 2,429 dollars. Beyond Mattoon, there are pathways to work at partner facilities across Illinois and other regions in the U.S. This flexibility lets you experience diverse surgical environments, equipment platforms, and care protocols, expanding your professional horizon while maintaining the support network you rely on. Travel‑ready resources ensure a smooth transition between settings, with a dedicated team assisting housing, transportation, credentialing, and local onboarding. You’ll have access to mentorship from seasoned OR teams, onboarding resources, and opportunities to extend your assignment if you wish to deepen expertise in a particular surgical track. Living in Illinois also presents opportunities to explore regional parks, lakes, festivals, and urban centers on days off, adding balance to a fast‑paced professional journey.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
In this role, you will assist surgical teams by preparing the OR, sterilely draping patients, passing instruments, and anticipating the needs of surgeons throughout procedures. You’ll contribute to instrument counts, maintain instrument tables, handle specimen labeling, and help sustain a sterile field from incision to closure. Your responsibilities extend to verifying patient details, ensuring equipment readiness, coordinating with circulating staff, and documenting essential steps for quality and safety. This position offers a clear path for professional growth within the surgical tech discipline, including cross‑training in specialty areas, pursuing additional certifications, and advancing toward leadership roles on the OR team. Competitive benefits include a bonus possibility, housing assistance to ease relocation, and extension opportunities to prolong your experience with the agency if you enjoy the environment and the team. The organization is committed to comprehensive support, offering 24/7 assistance for traveling clinicians, a dedicated clinical liaison for case questions, and a travel concierge to manage housing, transportation, and credentialing. You will join a network that prioritizes safety, communication, and continuous improvement, with real‑time access to help when you need it and proactive resources to keep you at your best. Weekly pay in the listed range reflects market competitiveness for surgical tech travel roles, and guaranteed hours provide predictability in a field where consistency matters for patient outcomes.
Company Values:
The company is dedicated to empowering its surgical teams, fostering a culture where every clinician can grow, refine skills, and expand career horizons. You’ll find a work environment that respects your expertise, encourages collaboration, and recognizes your contributions with clarity and fairness. The organization supports onboarding, ongoing education, and opportunities to pursue specialty certifications and leadership roles. By emphasizing work‑life balance, reliable support, and transparent communication, the company demonstrates that your professional trajectory—and your well‑being—are central to its mission.
Call to Action:
Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Apply now to join a company that values your surgical expertise, your dedication to patient care, and your ambition to advance. This is more than a job—it's a pathway to meaningful work, continuous learning, and a community that celebrates your success. Note: 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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