Surgical Tech (CST), Ambulatory Surgery Center

HealthPartners; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Surgical Tech to join their Same Day Surgery Center team in Shakopee. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality patient care in a dynamic multi-specialty environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to teamwork and patient safety, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Embrace the chance to make a real impact on patients' experiences while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, and more. Join a team that values your skills and dedication!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite Clinic

Qualifications

• Must be certified through CST or NCCT programs.
• Experience in surgical tech, with knowledge of surgical instruments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgeries under RN supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Integrate critical thinking and patient care in surgical settings.

Skills

Surgical Tech Certification (CST)

Surgical Instrumentation

Aseptic Technique

CPR/BLS Certification

Education

Surgical Technologist Program Certification

Job description

Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Surgical Tech (CST) to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) teams! 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.

Position Summary:

Be part of our Same Day Surgery Center Team in Shakopee with occasional travel to other Same Day Surgery Center(s) as needed.

We are looking for team members to support our growing services, with opportunities to provide patient care in our Surgery Center(s). We have a fast-paced multi-specialty Surgical Center. Our team is looking for candidates with a positive outlook and ability to work well on a team.

The Surgical Tech (CST) position practices under the direction of a Registered Nurse in an autonomous and collegial manner, integrating, critical thinking skills, commitment, creativity and caring.

Work Schedule:

• 0.8-1.0 flex FTE / Day Shift
• Variable Start Times
• Variable Shift Lengths
• Rotating Late Shifts
• One Saturday in fourth quarter as needed
• Occasional travel to alternate sites per rotation

Required Qualifications:

• Must be certified through one of the following Surgical Technologist Programs:
  • CST (https://nbstsa.org/examinations-cst.html) at time of hire or obtain the certification within 12 months of hire.

-or-

• NCCT (https://www.ncctinc.com/General/VerifyCertification.aspx) at time of hire or obtain the certification within 36 months of hire.
• Surgical tech experience required (would consider highly motivated new grad)
• Practical knowledge of basic surgical instrumentation and equipment of orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique and sterilization methods.
• Demonstrated knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SPD experience preferred - Cross training to Sterile Processing
• Currently validated CPR skills or BLS certification is preferred.

Benefits:

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!