Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

Mayo Clinic • Eau Claire, WI

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About The Position

The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The role functions primarily in the scrub role and includes selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist applies sterile and aseptic technique and adapts to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting. The position uses knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team.

Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program is required. Certification in Surgical Technology through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) is required within one year of hire and must be maintained thereafter. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers through the AHA or Red Cross is also required. Exceptions to the NBSTSA certification requirement apply to certain employees hired at specified Mayo Clinic Health System locations or staffing pools before the dates listed in the posting. Internal transfers to Rochester or Southeast Minnesota are required to have NBSTSA certification.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.
• Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA within one year of hire and maintained thereafter, subject to the stated location- and hire-date exceptions.
• Current BLS for Health Care Providers through the AHA or Red Cross; required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of the RN and in collaboration with the surgeon.
• Function primarily in the scrub role.
• Select, prepare, and maintain instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
• Apply sterile and aseptic technique.
• Adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
• Use knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed