Location: Carbondale, IL

Start Date: 01-05-2026

End Date: 04-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shifts, rotating 4x10 schedule (4x10s); exact start/end times vary by assignment, on-call as required

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms by setting up sterile instruments, supplies, and specialized equipment
• Assist surgical teams across specialties including orthopedics, neurosurgery, robotics, vascular, urology and gynecology
• Operate and troubleshoot surgical robotics and support equipment during procedures
• Maintain strict sterile technique and ensure a safe, efficient OR environment
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments promptly to keep cases moving smoothly
• Document case details and instrument counts accurately for patient safety and compliance
• Respond professionally and promptly when on-call to support urgent surgical needs

Qualifications

• Surgical technologist experience in an operating room setting, ideally with ortho, neuro, robotics, vascular, urology or gynecology exposure
• Certification such as CST preferred or equivalent training in surgical technology
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or willing to obtain
• Comfortable working on a rotating 4x10 schedule and participating in on-call coverage
• Strong teamwork, communication, and attention to detail in high-stakes environments
• Willingness to complete credentialing and licensure documentation for travel assignment

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Hands-on knowledge of operating room protocols and sterile technique
• Familiarity with surgical instrumentation across multiple specialties
• Experience with surgical robotics setup and intraoperative support
• Ability to perform accurate instrument counts and surgical documentation
• Good communication skills to coordinate with surgeons, nurses and anesthesia
• Adaptability to shifting schedules and variable case volumes

Benefits

• Comfortable housing support and assistance to make your travel assignment feel like home
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision options to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Life insurance and short-term disability for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and licensure assistance to simplify relocation and paperwork
• Licensure reimbursement and assistance with credentialing
• Referral bonus program and a supportive team that values YOU

Travel Perks: Explore Carbondale, IL

Carbondale is a great base for outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Explore the dramatic rock formations and trails at Garden of the Gods and Giant City State Park in nearby Shawnee National Forest, enjoy local food and events around Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and take scenic drives to nearby wildlife refuges and riverfront towns. Weekend trips to regional hubs like Cape Girardeau or St. Louis are easy for museums, dining and cultural events.

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