Surgical Technologist II

Trinity Health•Des Moines, IA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

MercyOne is seeking a Surgical Technician to join their Operating Room team. The Surgical Technician is responsible for preparing the operating room for surgical procedures, including the instruments, equipment, and supplies. They must maintain the sterile field during the surgical procedure. This role will primarily involve scrubbing general cases such as general surgery, gynecology, urology, podiatry, and plastics, and may also involve second, third, or fourth scrubbing in all surgical specialties. The position adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs duties in accordance with the mission, vision, values, and cultural beliefs of MercyOne.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology; completion of surgical tech apprenticeship or military program.
OR graduate of an LPN program with Surgical experience; or equivalent experience to demonstrate competency.
CST certification is required within 18 months of hire if working in Illinois.
LPN license is required if you are a graduate of an LPN program.
BLS.
Mandatory Reporter.
Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability.
Ability to accept responsibility for the direction, control or planning of an activity.
Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.

Nice To Haves

CST certification preferred but not required in Iowa.

Responsibilities

Preparing the operating room for surgical procedures, including instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Maintaining the sterile field during surgical procedures.
Scrubbing general cases (general surgery, gynecology, urology, podiatry, plastics).
May serve as 2nd, 3rd, or 4th scrub in all surgical specialties.
Adhering to MercyOne's performance expectations.
Performing defined services and other related duties in accordance with MercyOne's mission, vision, values, and cultural beliefs.