Surgical Technologist

Allina Health • Minneapolis, MN

80d • $32 - $44

About The Position

At Allina Health, our surgical technology teams thrive in a warm, inclusive culture where teamwork, respect, and purpose drive everything we do. You’ll work with progressive technology and innovative tools that keep you at the leading edge of surgical care. In our fast-paced, collaborative environment, your skills matter- and so does your voice. Join a team where growth is encouraged, impact is real, and every day brings the chance to change lives! Key Position Details: **$15,000 starting bonus to eligible external talent** 1.0 FTE (80-hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day/evening shifts Weekend on-call requirement.

Requirements

• Associate's or Vocational degree graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below: Certified Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 1 year of hire or Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) Certification within 1 year of hire.
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below: 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

• 1+ year of Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Participates as a surgical team member.
• Prepares the OR and sets up for procedures.
• Identifies supplies, instruments and equipment needed.
• Maintains safe environment for patient and other staff, using electrical equipment and instruments correctly.
• Follows aseptic technique standards of practice.
• Complies with regulatory requirements for point of use care of instruments.
• Handles medications and specimens following policies/procedures.
• Assists the physician in the scrub role during surgical procedures.
• Maintains a sterile field.
• Anticipates needs for instruments, equipment and other supplies.
• Performs sponge, sharps and other counts accurately.
• Accounts for all instruments and items on the field.
• Communicates to physician and circulator when needs arise during the surgical intervention.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree