Embark on a high-impact journey as an OR Tech traveling professional, delivering precision, teamwork, and compassion in the operating room. You’ll play a pivotal role in patient safety and procedural efficiency, assisting the surgical team with sterile technique, instrument handling, and meticulous room turnover. Your expertise ensures each case proceeds smoothly, enabling surgeons to focus on delivering exceptional care. This opportunity invites you to envision the difference you can make—one patient, one procedure, one confident move at a time. As you explore Illinois, you’ll discover a state rich in natural beauty—from the rugged trails of Shawnee National Forest to the dramatic vistas of Garden of the Gods, to the charming, river-adjacent towns along the Mississippi. In Carbondale and beyond, you’ll find welcoming communities, vibrant arts scenes, and easy access to outdoor adventures, while still enjoying the comfort of nearby urban culture in Chicago and St. Louis for weekend explorations.

Location Benefits: Working in Carbondale, IL blends small-town warmth with big-city access. Carbondale sits at the heart of southern Illinois, offering affordable living, robust local dining, and community events that create a welcoming home base for travelers. You’ll be proximate to outdoor escapes, university life, and a gateway to the great Midwest’s diverse landscapes. The region invites you to unwind with scenic drives, hiking, and picturesque sunsets after shifts. This assignment also opens doors to locations across the U.S., where you can immerse yourself in a variety of hospital environments, expand your clinical repertoire, and gain exposure to different OR protocols, equipment, and team dynamics. Each posting is a chance to network, learn, and grow while contributing to patient-centered care in communities that value your expertise.

Role Specifics and Benefits: As an OR Tech on this traveling assignment, you’ll support the perioperative team from pre-op through postoperative care. Your responsibilities include preparing and organizing sterile fields, assisting with instrument sets and counts, passing instruments, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring room readiness for each case. You’ll help with patient positioning under guidance, monitor equipment readiness, and support turnover between surgeries to maximize efficiency without compromising safety. You’ll collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff, communicating clearly to anticipate needs, prevent delays, and uphold the highest standards of infection control. The position offers competitive weekly pay of $2,082-$2,183, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week, commencing 11/15/2025 for a duration measured in weeks with extension opportunities. You’ll have housing assistance to ease relocation and ongoing support throughout the assignment. A workplace bonus program recognizes outstanding performance, while contract extensions provide a path to longer-term opportunities. The company delivers 24/7 support for traveling staff, ensuring you always have guidance, resources, and a helping hand wherever your assignments take you. You’ll benefit from comprehensive onboarding, access to mentorship from seasoned OR teams, and continuous opportunities to deepen your expertise in surgical instrumentation, patient safety, and OR workflow optimization. This role is designed to evolve with you, offering pathways to advanced OR tech roles, cross-training in specialty areas, and exposure to robotics-assisted practice where available.

Company Values: Our partner organization is grounded in empowering healthcare professionals to advance their careers in a supportive, safety-conscious environment. Integrity, teamwork, and continuous learning are at the core of every placement, with a focus on career development and a culture that celebrates your contributions. You’ll be backed by a team that prioritizes your well-being, provides ongoing training, and fosters a collaborative atmosphere where questions are welcomed and success is shared. The commitment to a positive work-life balance, transparent communication, and a safe, inclusive workplace ensures you can perform at your best while growing professionally.

Call to Action: If you’re ready to elevate your clinical impact, expand your skill set across diverse OR settings, and join a company that values your expertise and development, apply now. This traveling OR Tech opportunity is your chance to broaden horizons, connect with supportive teams, and contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes—while enjoying the beauty and culture of Illinois and the broader U.S. Ready to begin your next chapter? Submit your application and let's shape the future of perioperative care together.

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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Why Join TLC Nursing?
Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position.
Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons.
Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime.

Benefits:
Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
25K Life Insurance on day one!
401k with matching contribution.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase.
Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend.
Unlimited referral bonus!
Access to unlimited continuing education units online.

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