Inpatient Surgical Technologist – OR Support

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Career development/mentorship

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Surgical Technician to join a multidisciplinary team. The role supports the pre-, intra-, and post-procedure periods, assists with OR setup, maintains a sterile field, and helps surgeons and nurses with instruments and specimens.

You will operate decontamination and sterilization equipment, manage implants, and participate in training new staff while ensuring patient safety and efficiency in the OR.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program.
• NBSTSA CST certification preferred upon hire.
• Less than 1 year experience as a Surgical Technician.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Operating Room for procedures and organize equipment.
• Assist surgeon as scrub person; maintain sterile field.
• Assist circulating nurse with instruments, needles, and sponges.
• Operate sterilization equipment and track decontamination.
• Enter and maintain inventory; support training of new staff.

Skills

Surgical Technician

Education

Technical Certificate in Surgical Technician program

Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

Job description

Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Surgical Technician to join a multidisciplinary team. The role supports the pre-, intra-, and post-procedure periods, assists with OR setup, maintains a sterile field, and helps surgeons and nurses with instruments and specimens.

You will operate decontamination and sterilization equipment, manage implants, and participate in training new staff while ensuring patient safety and efficiency in the OR.