Surgical Technologist – Neurology / Neurosurgery

Job Title: Surgical Technologist – Neurology / Neurosurgery Location: Peoria, Illinois Schedule: Day Shift | 4x10-Hour Shifts Rotation: Weekend, Holiday & Call Rotation Employment Type: Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week Pay Range: $27.26–$38.48 per hour Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 Relocation Assistance: Available Why This Opportunity Stands Out $15,000 sign-on bonus Relocation assistance available Consistent 4x10-hour day shift schedule Specialized Neurosurgery service line with 4 dedicated operating rooms Exposure to complex brain and spine procedures Advanced surgical technology and techniques $2.50/hour weekend differential $3.00/hour on-call pay Time-and-a-half of base pay when called in Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience receive 24 hours of frontloaded Vacation and Holiday time Position Overview We are seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist to join a specialized Neurosurgery team in Peoria, Illinois. This role supports four dedicated operating rooms providing high-acuity neurosurgical care across the lifespan. The surgical team manages complex brain and spine conditions, including trauma, stroke, tumors, and congenital deformities. This is an excellent opportunity for a Surgical Technologist who thrives in a highly technical operating room environment and enjoys procedures requiring precision, critical thinking, and close collaboration with surgeons. Key Responsibilities Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment for neurosurgical procedures Assist surgeons and the perioperative team throughout invasive and non-invasive procedures Anticipate the needs of the surgeon during complex brain and spine cases Maintain sterile technique and infection prevention standards Ensure surgical equipment and instrumentation are functioning properly Support procedures involving trauma, stroke, tumors, spinal conditions, and congenital deformities Recognize significant patient conditions or reactions and communicate concerns to the appropriate care team Maintain a safe and efficient operating room environment Participate in weekend, holiday, and call rotations Follow established patient safety and surgical quality standards Qualifications Surgical Technologist I High School Diploma or GED required Completion of a Surgical Technology program with eligibility to sit for certification OR Minimum of 2 years of Surgical Technologist/Technician experience if a Surgical Technology program has not been completed Current American Heart Association BLS certification required Surgical Technologist II High School Diploma or GED required Completion of a Surgical Technology program and Surgical Technologist certification with at least 3 years of Surgical Technologist experience OR Minimum of 5 years of Surgical Technologist experience without certification Current American Heart Association BLS certification required Preferred Qualifications Surgical Technology certification Neurosurgery, neuro, spine, or high-acuity surgical experience Strong attention to detail and critical-thinking skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly technical operating room environment Compensation & Incentives Pay Range: $27.26–$38.48 per hour Surgical Technologist II positions include a 3% range adjustment . Weekend Differential: $2.50 per hour On-Call Pay: $3.00 per hour Called-In Pay: Time-and-a-half of base rate Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 Relocation Assistance: Available Actual compensation is based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Apply today to learn more about this specialized Surgical Technologist opportunity supporting a leading Neurosurgery team in Peoria, Illinois.