Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Ambulatory Surgery Center

HealthPartners; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with match

Disability insurance

Fertility benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education support

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Methodist Hospital in Minnesota is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center team in Shakopee. The CST will assist in orthopedic procedures, maintain sterile technique, and work under the direction of a Registered Nurse in a fast-paced, multi-specialty environment.

New grads welcomed. This 0.8 FTE day-shift role offers competitive hourly pay, travel to other centers as needed, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement

Qualifications

• Current NBSTSA or NCCT CST certification required.
• New grads welcome and encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support ASC team in Shakopee with occasional travel to other centers.
• Perform CST duties under RN supervision with attention to sterile technique and patient safety.
• Assist orthopedic procedures with instrumentation and equipment knowledge.

Skills

Surgical instrument handling

Aseptic technique

Patient care across ages

Education

NBSTSA or NCCT CST certification

Job description

Methodist Hospital welcomes applications for a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

This role is a part of our Same Day Surgery Center team in Shakopee with occasional travel to other Same Day Surgery Centers as needed. We are looking for enthusiastic and positive team players to support our growing services and opportunities to provide patient care in our Surgery Centers. Our Surgery Center is a fast-paced, multi-specialty practice, where the CST practices under the direction of a Registered Nurse in an autonomous and collegial manner, integrating critical thinking skills, commitment, creativity, and caring. Crucial skills include:

• Practical knowledge of basic surgical instrumentation and equipment of orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique and sterilization methods.
• Knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure the safety of patients.

New grads welcomed and encouraged to apply!

Work Schedule:

• Day shift with variable start times, variable shift lengths, rotating late shifts, and occasional travel to alternate sites per rotation.

Required Qualifications:

• Current certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently validated CPR skills or BLS certification.
• SPD experience with cross-training to Sterile Processing.

Additional Information:

This is a non-union 0.8 FTE (64 hours per pay period) day shift position, working in Shakopee, MN with the ability to float to other Same Day Surgery Centers. The full salary range for this position is $37.43-$50.65 per hour, based on years of related experience. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is eligible for benefits. Our benefits include medical and dental insurance (which begin on the first day of the month following start), 401(k) with match, disability insurance, fertility benefits, tuition reimbursement, educational reimbursement toward continuing education, and we are a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.