Surgical Technologist

Allina Health System • Saint Paul, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Allina Health, surgical technology teams work in an inclusive, collaborative environment with progressive technology and tools. 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.

The position is 0.9 FTE, or 72 hours per two-week pay period, on an 8-hour day/evening shift with an occasional weekend rotation. The position is located at 333 Smith Ave N, Saint Paul, Minnesota.

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 within one year of hire: Certified Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, or Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT).
• Meet at least one BLS requirement: current certification from the American Heart Association, current certification from the American Red Cross, or Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• 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, including correct use of electrical equipment and instruments.
• 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 interventions.
• Perform sterile processing duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Take call after orientation.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits
• 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 navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Well-being dollars
• Well-being navigators
• Well-being 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