Surgical Technologist - Per Diem

CO01 Southern Illinois Hospital Services Inc.; Herrin (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to prepare patients and rooms for procedures. The role supports transporting and positioning patients, assembling instruments, and ensuring sterile setup.

The program offers hands-on learning with on-the-job training pathways and strong emphasis on patient care. SIH promotes equity, tobacco-free campuses, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Non-certified path allows on-the-job training with evidence of training.
• Certified option requires NBSTSA or NCCT certification and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Assists in transportation and positioning of patients
• Assembles and dismantles tables and instruments before and after procedures
• Prepares patient and room for planned surgical procedures
• Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures
• Completes skin preparation and draping
• Assists Surgeon with gowning and gloving
• Passes instruments and sutures to the surgeon
• Maintains correct count of instruments, sutures, and sponges
• Applies dressings and bandages as needed
• Cares for specimens and maintains specimen handling
• Decontaminates instruments and supplies per policy
• Aids in turnover of the operating room for next cases
• Monitors and restocks operative supplies

Skills

Technical Experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

• Responsible for preparing the operating room and patient for the procedure.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

Licenses and Certification

• Non-Certified: Graduate of OR technician program, accredited through ARC/STSA or on the job training; military experience as technician or LPN; dental assistant; ophthalmologist technician; medical assistant. All on the job training or military must show evidence of training by training facility, physician in charge or military command officer.
• Certified: Successfully pass the Certified Surgical Technologist exam through NBSTSA or NCCT
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate

Experience and Skills

• Technical Experience: 6 months or specialized training for non-certified or on the job and military training

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Assists in transportation and positioning of patients
• Assists in assembling and dismantling of tables and instruments before and after procedure
• Prepares patient and room for the planned surgical procedures.
• Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures
• Completes skin preparation and draping
• Assist Surgeon with gowning and gloving
• Assist surgeon by passing instruments and suture
• Assists in maintaining correct count of instruments, sutures, and sponges
• Applies dressings and bandages as needed
• Assists in identifying, collecting, and caring for specimens.
• Decontaminates instruments (point of use cleaning), supplies and equipment according to established policies and procedures; handles and stores instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately
• Aids in the efficient turnover of the operating room for next cases
• Monitors and restocks supplies

Compensation

Compensation (Commensurate with experience): $24.6 To $38.13

At Southern Illinois Healthcare, we realise that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by providing our employees with that same care and appreciation. We offer rich opportunities to develop and grow professionally, an environment of excellence in patient care, and the awareness that everything we accomplish is a direct outgrowth of the superb efforts and dedication of our employees. Working to put the right people, exhibiting the right attitude and behaviors, in the right roles is not just a goal, but a priority of Southern Illinois Healthcare.

For the health of you and our patients, SIH and SIH Medical Group campuses are tobacco free.

SIH is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

We are excited you are here and are proud to offer experiential learning opportunities for students at every stage of career development. As a student at SIH, you will see first‑hand how the work we are doing supports OUR MISSION: to improve the health and well‑being of all the people in the communities we serve.

Your future is bright, and we are honored that you chose SIH to be part of your career journey.

The SIH Scholarship Program brings together college scholarship money with hands‑on work opportunities. Qualified applicants are eligible for money to cover tuition, lab fees, books, and educational supplies.

Begin a rewarding career in healthcare as a Phlebotomy Technician! The SIH Phlebotomy Program allows you to begin working in as few as nine weeks!