Surgical Technologist - Operating Room
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist possesses knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique and is able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. The Surgical Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as member of the surgical team.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.
- Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter.
- Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers through the AHA or Red Cross.
- Current BLS certification required upon hire.
- Certification through NBSTSA required within one year of hire date.
Nice To Haves
- Surgical Technologists hired at Mayo Clinic Health System in Southwest Minnesota prior to 10/15/2014 are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA.
- Surgical Technologists hired at Mayo Clinic Health System in Wisconsin prior to 11/20/2024 are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA.
- Surgical Technologists hired at Mayo Clinic in Florida and Arizona prior to 11/20/2024 are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA.
- Surgical Technologists hired at Enterprise Staffing Pool prior to 11/20/2024 are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA.
- Internal transfers to Rochester or Southeast Minnesota are required to have the Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA.
Responsibilities
- Selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
- Applying sterile and aseptic technique.
- Adapting to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
- Utilizing knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as a member of the surgical team.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefit plans
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
