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Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Rapid City, SD

19d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to join a dedicated surgical team, with a strong background in Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) procedures and a commitment to high-quality surgical care. The hospital is a 417-bed teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center, with a Level III NICU, Level II Pediatric Trauma designation, and Primary Stroke and Chest Pain Center designations. Magnet Status designation is in progress. The CST assists with cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries, supports the surgical staff by preparing and maintaining a sterile operating room, and works in a two-technologist model with another CST. The position may float to the Main OR as needed. The surgical unit includes RNs, first assistants, surgical technologists, nurse clinicians, service line leads, a health unit coordinator, a scheduler, a preference card analyst, and an anesthesia team. Charting and equipment systems listed are EPIC, Omnicell, and Alaris. Shifts may vary between 8 or 10 hours. Weekend rotations include on-call schedules, and holiday work may be required. New CST orientation consists of five eight-hour days. Scrub colors and complimentary parking are provided.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of CVOR experience, including Level I or II trauma experience.
Graduate from an accredited school.
Associate degree in a healthcare-related field or CST certification is required.
Current BLS certification is required.
Strong CVOR background across all specialties.

Nice To Haves

CST certification is preferred.
Experience with CABG, TAVR, valve replacements, thoracic cases, robotic procedures, generator exchanges, lead extractions, and cardiac organ procurement or harvesting.

Responsibilities

Assist with cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries, including CABG, TAVR, valve replacements, thoracic cases such as lobectomy and hernia repair, generator exchanges, lead extractions, fem-pop bypass, open vascular cases, AAA, and carotid procedures.
Prepare the operating room and maintain sterility to support the surgical staff.
Collaborate with another CST in a two-technologist model to support optimal surgical outcomes.
Float to the Main OR as needed.