Tech CVOR

Job Title OR First Assistant – CVOR / Surgical Services Tech Location Springfield, IL | Acute Care Hospital Schedule / Job Type Contract | Days | 4x10-Hour Shifts (6:15 AM – 4:45 PM) | On-Site Key Responsibilities Serve as OR First Assistant across a daily caseload of approximately 8 cases in an acute inpatient, CVOR, and outpatient OR setting Perform and assist with cardiac, general, thoracic, and vascular surgical cases including Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, Mitral Valve Replacement, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm repair, Carotid Endarterectomy, and Femoral Popliteal Bypass Graft Support endoscopic procedures including Bronchoscopy, EGD, laparoscopic-assisted cases, and PEG tube placement/exchange Assist with trauma cases including amputations and gunshot/stab wound management Apply and maintain aseptic technique , isolation precautions, and laser safety protocols throughout all procedures Participate in call rotation 1–2 times per week and approximately once every 3–4 weekends, with weekend call running Friday end-of-shift (4:45 PM) through Monday start-of-shift (6:15 AM) Required Qualifications Minimum 3–4 years of experience as an OR First Assistant Active Illinois license required ; pending license may be accepted — confirm at time of submission BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI cards not accepted) Must arrive in Illinois at least 3 business days prior to the compliance start date to complete fingerprinting requirements Demonstrated experience with case carts, drills, electrosurgical units, and fiber optic light source/cords Local candidates are welcome — no radius restriction applies to this role Preferred Experience / Skills Experience in a Level I Trauma Center or Magnet-designated facility Proficiency with Cerner electronic health record system Broad vascular experience including Arteriovenous fistula repair and vein stripping Comfort floating within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities as needed Why Join Us Work within a large, well-established acute care facility recognized as both a Level I Trauma Center and a Magnet-designated hospital, offering exposure to a high-acuity, high-volume surgical environment Scrubs are provided by the unit and parking is available at no cost, helping to simplify your day-to-day experience on assignment