Surgical Technologist

Allina Health • Minneapolis, MN

13d • $37 - $49

About The Position

At Allina Health, surgical technology teams work in a warm, inclusive culture centered on teamwork, respect, and purpose. The role uses progressive technology and innovative tools in a fast-paced, collaborative surgical care environment where professional growth and meaningful patient impact are encouraged.

The Surgical Technologist participates in care for patients undergoing surgical intervention by identifying, assembling, and facilitating the use of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. Work is supervised by a Registered Nurse and delegated by the surgeon. The role may also include sterile processing duties as needed. After orientation, the employee will eventually be required to take call.

This is a 1.0 FTE position working 80 hours per two-week pay period on a 10-hour day/evening shift, with an occasional weekend rotation.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology vocational or technical training program, or successful completion of the Allina Health Surgical Technologist Apprentice program.
• Meet at least one certification requirement: Certified Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within one year of hire, or Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) certification within one year of hire.
• Meet at least one BLS requirement: current BLS certification from the American Heart Association, current BLS certification from the American Red Cross, or Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the surgical team.
• Prepare the operating room and set up for procedures.
• Identify the supplies, instruments, and equipment needed for procedures.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff, using electrical equipment and instruments correctly.
• Follow aseptic technique standards of practice.
• Comply with regulatory requirements for point-of-use care of instruments.
• Handle medications and specimens according to policies and procedures.
• Assist the physician in the scrub role during surgical procedures.
• Maintain a sterile field.
• Anticipate needs for instruments, equipment, and other supplies.
• Perform sponge, sharps, and other counts accurately.
• Account for all instruments and items on the field.
• Communicate needs to the physician and circulator during surgical intervention.
• Perform sterile processing duties as needed.
• Take call after orientation, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage.
• PTO/time away.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable.
• Student loan support benefits to help navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Well-being dollars, well-being navigators, programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching, and tools.

What This Job Offers

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