Operating Room Scrub Tech & First Assistant (PRN)

CommonSpirit Health; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Surgery Clinic Scrub Tech, First Assistant in a PRN role. You will assist surgeons, coordinate with anesthesia and OR staff, and ensure sterile technique and patient safety during operations.

The position requires ND UAP registry, CST within 90 days, and BLS within 480 hours. No prior experience is required beyond clinical schooling; Associate degree in Surgical Technology is preferred.

Qualifications

• ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry before start date.
• CST certification within 90 days of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 480 hours of employment.
• No previous clinical experience required beyond schooling.
• Ability to organize assignments and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and monitor sterile fields to high standards.
• Anticipate surgeon's needs and pass instruments efficiently.
• Collaborate with RNs on counts and ensure medication safety.
• Participate in the Time-out process for patient safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant operating room environment.

Skills

Surgical tech

Team collaboration

Ability under pressure

Organization

Education

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) within 90 days

Job description

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Surgery Clinic Scrub Tech, First Assistant in a PRN role. You will assist surgeons, coordinate with anesthesia and OR staff, and ensure sterile technique and patient safety during operations.

The position requires ND UAP registry, CST within 90 days, and BLS within 480 hours. No prior experience is required beyond clinical schooling; Associate degree in Surgical Technology is preferred.