Surgical Technologist - PRN

Location: Orthopaedic Institute Surgery Center, Metropolis, Illinois

Orthopaedic Institute Surgery Center, located in Metropolis, Illinois, provides high-quality, patient-focused outpatient surgical care. The center is proudly partnered with Compass Surgical Partners, a national leader in ambulatory surgery center development and management. OISC Website https://orthoisc.com/.

Through this partnership, the center combines the clinical excellence of a respected system with Compass’s innovative operational expertise. With three ORs and dedicated minor procedure rooms, the center offers comprehensive orthopaedic services—from sports medicine and joint replacements to spine and plastic surgery. The result is a culture that values safety, efficiency, and compassion—for both patients and staff.

Role Summary
The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) plays a critical role in delivering exceptional orthopaedic care at Orthopaedic Institute Surgery Center. This position is responsible for preparing operating rooms, managing surgical instruments and sterile fields, and supporting the surgical team throughout procedures. The CST helps ensure patient safety, surgical efficiency, and adherence to the highest standards of care in a high-performing outpatient setting. This is a PRN position.

What You’ll Do

- Prepare surgical suites and sterile fields for a wide range of orthopaedic procedures

- Assist surgeons during operations by anticipating needs and passing instruments

- Manage counts of instruments, needles, and sponges to maintain patient safety

- Handle and label specimens properly

- Support cleaning, restocking, and sterilization of surgical equipment

- Collaborate with nurses, surgeons, and support staff to ensure smooth case flow

What You’ll Bring

- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program

- Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential

- At least 1 year of OR experience within the last 3–5 years

- Preferred: Member of the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST)

- Strong communication and teamwork skills

- High attention to detail and aseptic technique

- Ability to remain calm under pressure

- Commitment to patient-centered care

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

- Frequent standing, lifting, and repetitive hand movements

- Exposure to surgical environments, equipment, and sterilization processes

Why Compass Surgical Partners
Compass Surgical Partners is a leading, independent, full-service ambulatory surgery center (ASC) development and management partner. An exclusive partner for premier health systems, Compass has built a nationwide portfolio of ASC joint ventures with health systems and physicians. Compass’ experienced leadership team has developed more than 250 ASCs over the past three decades, making it the partner of choice for high-performance ASCs. Differentiated by a proven track record of success and an agile, aligned operating model, Compass Surgical Partners aims to create strong partnerships that improve the lives of patients and providers. Learn more at www.compass-sp.com http://www.compass-sp.com.

Compass Surgical Partners is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or hiring process, please contact us directly at info@compass-sp.com.