Dynamic OR Surgical Technician

Ridgeview-2; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeview in Waconia, MN is seeking a full-time Surgical Technician to provide patient care in the operating room under the supervision of the RN circulator. You will help prepare the sterile field, support the surgeon during procedures, and ensure safe, efficient operating room workflow.

Ideal candidates graduate from an approved Surgical Technician program or hold a Minnesota Practical Nurse license, with knowledge of sterile technique and strong teamwork in a high-stress environment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an approved Surgical Technician program or be a graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and handling of sterile equipment.
• Ability to communicate in English for written and verbal duties.

Responsibilities

• Assess procedures and patient requirements with the circulating nurse.
• Prepare and maintain the sterile operating field for procedures.
• Assist surgeon during intraoperative steps as directed.
• Support room turnover between cases in OR suites.
• Perform instrument, sponge, needle, and blade counts.
• Assist various surgical specialties including general, urology, OB/GYN, eye, plastic, cardiovascular, orthopedics, ENT.

Skills

Sterile technique

Background checks

English communication

Sterile field maintenance

Autonomy and teamwork

Education

Surgical Technician program graduate

Practical nursing license (MN)

Job description

Ridgeview in Waconia, MN is seeking a full-time Surgical Technician to provide patient care in the operating room under the supervision of the RN circulator. You will help prepare the sterile field, support the surgeon during procedures, and ensure safe, efficient operating room workflow.

Ideal candidates graduate from an approved Surgical Technician program or hold a Minnesota Practical Nurse license, with knowledge of sterile technique and strong teamwork in a high-stress environment.