Surgical Technician Jobs in Illinois

A Surgical Technician, also known as a Scrub Technician or Operating Room Technician, plays a critical role in the medical field. They primarily assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. Their duties include preparing the operating room, arranging equipment, and assisting doctors during surgeries. They are also responsible for maintaining a sterile environment to prevent the risk of infection. In addition to these, they often help in transporting patients and preparing them for surgery.

For this position, essential skills include attention to detail, physical stamina, technical skills, and excellent interpersonal skills. They should also have the ability to work under pressure since surgeries can often be immediate and unpredictable. Most Surgical Technicians hold a postsecondary nondegree award or an associate's degree from an accredited surgical technologist program. Moreover, they often hold a certification such as Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C), which are nationally recognized certifications in the field. Before becoming a Surgical Technician, an individual might have been a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant, or even a Phlebotomist, as these roles provide relevant experience in patient care and medical procedures.

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Travel Surgical Technologist (CST)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

. _______________________________________________________ Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Position: Certified Surgical Technologist Specialty: Surgical 13 week Surgical Certified Surgical...

Travel Allied-Surgical Tech, OR

  • Springfield, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room (OR) If you are a detail-oriented professional passionate about supporting surgical teams, join us as a Surgical Technologist....

Certified Surgical Technologist CST

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date....

Or Surgical Tech

  • Berwyn, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Berwyn, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Assists in basic draping. Positions OR equipment & supplies. Prepares & operates room equipment. Creates sterile area using aseptic technique....

OB Surgical Technician, CST

  • Silvis, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silvis, IL
  • 30+ days ago

/Registration: CST-Certified Surgical Technologist within 18 months of hire Experience: No experience required....

Travel Surgical Technician - $2,126 per week

  • Springfield, IL
  • moments ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • moments ago

LanceSoft is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Springfield, Illinois.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnicianDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date...

Knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic techniques. 2. Knowledge of normal and pathologic anatomy and physiology. 3....

Certified Surgical Technician-Surgery Center Full-Time Days

  • Sycamore, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sycamore, IL
  • 1 hour ago

Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients. Passes instruments to physician during surgery....

Travel Surgical Tech - 909154

  • Urbana, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Surgical Tech Location: Urbana, IL Start Date: 07/07/2025 Shift: 4x10 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Join Anders Group, a...

Surgical Technologist First Assist, Operating Room, Taylorville Memorial Hospital

  • Taylorville, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Taylorville, IL
  • 4 hours ago

technician duties, assisting with draping and the utilization of instruments for a particular surgery, with a basic knowledge of sterile technique and sterilization procedures....

Certified Surg Tech Travel Job

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Setting: Hospital Jackson HealthPros is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist to expertly assist physicians and nurses in the operating room during surgical procedures, ensuring the...

Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Surgical Technologists facilitate the safe and effective execution...

Travel Surgical Technician - $2,164 per week

  • Herrin, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Herrin, IL
  • 1 day ago

Talent4Health is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Herrin, Illinois....

Parkland College Surgical Technologist Education Stipend

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 1 day ago

The Parkland College Surgical Technology Education Stipend provides selected students a $16,000 education stipend to be used to assist with program costs....

Surgical Technologist

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 1 day ago

Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a Surgical Technologist/Technician role if completion of a Surgical tech program has not been completed....

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Surgical Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Surgical Leadership
It used to be that surgeons rose within their organizations almost entirely on their technical skills. However, in todaysmore complex health care institutions, leadership, management and business...
Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic
This fully online course is intended to prepare surgical care providers to deliver surgical care during a pandemic, while protecting their patients, their colleagues, themselves and their families...
Orthopedics Surgical Technology
Welcome to this course in surgical technology designed for medical students interested in orthopedic surgery. This course will provide students with an in depth understanding of what they need to...

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Salary for Surgical Technician Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Surgical Technicians in Illinois offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.5%
High School or GED
17.6%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Surgical Technicians in Illinois
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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