Precision Surgical Technician – Perioperative Specialist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Hines (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist the surgeon and OR team during complex procedures at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, IL.

The role emphasizes sterile technique, instrument handling, patient positioning, and adherence to infection control policies. Candidates must meet education or experience requirements by the closing date and may need time-in-grade documentation for current federal employees.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in preparing and protecting sterile field during surgery and aseptic technique.
• Knowledge of medical instruments, anatomy, physiology, and sterilization processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon and team during procedures.
• Handle and pass instruments ensuring sterile technique.
• Manage sterile supplies and instruments and support infection control in the operating room.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Decision Making

Flexibility

Infection Control

Integrity/Honesty

Interpersonal Skills

Medical Information

Patient Care

Reading Comprehension

Self-Management

Stress Tolerance

Teamwork

Technical Competence

Education

One year graduate education (18 semester hours) or internship relevant to Surgical Technician

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist the surgeon and OR team during complex procedures at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, IL.

The role emphasizes sterile technique, instrument handling, patient positioning, and adherence to infection control policies. Candidates must meet education or experience requirements by the closing date and may need time-in-grade documentation for current federal employees.