Surgical Technologist

Brookings Health System • Brookings, SD

25d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Brookings Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join their team. The incumbent will assist during surgical operations and with procedures done under a physician’s direction, working as part of a surgical team to ensure optimal conditions and a safe environment for patients. This role requires close collaboration with physicians, surgical nursing staff, and ancillary departments to promote optimal patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess effective communication skills, advanced knowledge of disease processes, and strong critical thinking abilities, while consistently providing excellent customer service and adapting to a changing work environment.

Requirements

• Graduate of surgical technology program
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Knowledge and previous experience with anatomy, physiology, microbiology, surgical pharmacology, and principles of asepsis/sterile techniques required.
• Familiarity with resuscitation protocols and an understanding of the tech’s role on a Code Blue required.
• Incumbent must possess an increased knowledge of anatomy.
• Current certification in CPR/BLS required.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty certification in the field of surgical technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist during surgical operations and with procedures done under a physician’s direction.
• Work as part of a surgical team to ensure that the operative procedure is conducted under optimal conditions.
• Provide a safe environment for patients undergoing a surgical or diagnostic procedure.
• Work closely with physicians, surgical nursing staff, and ancillary departments within the hospital to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Possess effective communication skills.
• Exhibit increased knowledge of disease processes.
• Display advanced critical thinking ability.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain flexibility to meet a constantly changing work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree