Certified Surgical Technologist

Olmsted Medical Group; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer Paid Short-Term Disability

Adoption Assistance Plan

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Rochester, Minnesota is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a 0.7 FTE position with variable and on-call shifts. Responsibilities include setting up sterile fields, assisting with surgical procedures, and maintaining communication within the team. Candidates should hold a certification from an accredited Surgical Technologist program and be BLS certified. The position offers a starting pay ranging from $30.21 to $37.77 based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• Surgical technologist certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
• BLS certified.

Responsibilities

• Sets up sterile back table and Mayo stand with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Assists team members with gowning, gloving, and draping.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon during procedures.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for sterilization.

Skills

Surgical technologist certification

BLS certification

Team communication

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

Job description

0.7 FTE - Variable Shifts - On Call Shifts

Starting Pay - $30.21 - $37.77 (Based on Experience)

Offers for external candidates are generally made between the minimum and midpoint of the range, based on experience.

At Olmsted Medical Center, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. To keep up with the evolving trends, Olmsted Medical Center offers the following for employees who are employed at a 0.5 FTE or higher.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Adoption Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program
• Surgical technologist certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• BLS certified

Job Responsibilities

• Sets up sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for the surgical procedure.
• Performs initial counts procedure with the RN circulator.
• Assists team members with gowning and gloving.
• Assists with draping and establishing of sterile field.
• Actively participates in surgical timeout.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
• Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions on the sterile field.
• Holds retractors as directed by the surgeon.
• Applies suction and sponges to the operative site as needed.
• Cuts suture material as directed by the surgeon.
• May apply electrocautery to forceps and clamps on bleeders.
• Prepares and passes off specimens.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for sterilization.
• Assists other members of the team with room turnover.
• Performs work duties in a dependable manner.
• Demonstrates open communication; team oriented.
• Maintains ongoing self-development.
• Acts in a professional manner.
• Lifting, pushing, and pulling instruments and pans throughout the sterilization process.
• Performs repetitive motions throughout shift.
• May function in the role of surgical first assistant with additional education and training.
• May assist RN circulator (e.g. obtaining additional instruments, supplies, and equipment) if necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

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