Surgical Technologist (ST) - Ortho

Advocate Health•Grafton, ND

2d•$27 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist works with the orthopedic surgery team at Aurora Medical Center–Grafton, preparing and maintaining a clean, safe, efficient operating room and supporting surgical procedures using aseptic technique. The role includes preparing supplies and equipment, maintaining the sterile field, anticipating surgeons’ needs, and assisting with patient positioning, transport, and procedures. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a call rotation. Ten-hour shifts may be considered after successful completion of orientation. The role requires completion of an accredited or approved Surgical Technology program. No prior experience is required. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association must be obtained within six months unless the department leader determines it is not required. Team members must maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited or approved Surgical Technology program.
No prior experience required.
Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association within six months, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used to prepare materials, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures.
Knowledge of various types of operating-room equipment.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Basic computer proficiency.
Maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications.
Ability to work in a very stressful, fast-paced environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist, lift up to 20 pounds overhead, carry up to 40 pounds a reasonable distance, push or pull with 30 pounds of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Ability to use foot pedals on carts or machines and operate equipment essential to the job.
Functional sight and hearing, and ability to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently during the work shift.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient area that supports optimal patient care.
Use aseptic surgical techniques to prepare materials, supplies, and equipment for procedures, including assisting with gowning and gloving, preparing and draping the surgical area, establishing and maintaining a sterile field, anticipating surgeons’ needs, and passing instruments and supplies.
Perform a variety of procedures and maintain basic knowledge of them.
Ensure operating-room environmental disinfection, safety, and efficiency; set up rooms, move and operate equipment, and return equipment after procedures.
Function as a Second Assistant when needed.
Notify appropriate staff about equipment or supply problems.
Transport patients, equipment, and supplies.
Maintain a specialty cart or item, checking completeness, availability, equipment condition, and sterility, and sending damaged items for repair.
Perform patient positioning and transport duties, including lifting and pushing or pulling with proper technique.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, following department policies and procedures.

Benefits

Sign-on bonuses may be available.
Professional development for Surgical Techs/Assists, with financial incentives.
Career progression from ST I to ST II to Surgical Assist; progressions may require certifications and further education.
Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible shifts and on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.