Surgical Technologist

Allina Health • Minneapolis, MN

18d • $37 - $49

About The Position

At Allina Health, Surgical Technologists work in a warm, inclusive, fast-paced and collaborative environment, using progressive technology and innovative tools to support surgical care. The role participates in care for patients undergoing surgical intervention by identifying, assembling and facilitating use of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies. Work is supervised by a Registered Nurse and delegated by the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist may also perform sterile processing functions as needed and will eventually be required to take call after orientation.

This is a 1.0 FTE position, working 80 hours per two-week pay period in 8-hour day/evening shifts, with an occasional weekend rotation. The position is located at 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock, Minneapolis, 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: 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.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the surgical team.
• Prepare the operating room and set up for procedures.
• Identify 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 with the physician and circulator when needs arise during surgical intervention.
• Perform sterile processing functions as needed.
• Take call after orientation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 help navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools.

What This Job Offers

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