Surgical Tech (CST) or LPN – Endoscopy

IHA; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City, IA is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist the Endoscopy team by preparing operating rooms and supporting procedures under the supervision of the circulating nurse. You will verify the correct surgical site, assist with patient transport as needed, and prepare the pre-operative site.

Responsibilities include reviewing OR schedules, gathering equipment based on surgeon preference, performing surgical scrubs, and maintaining a sterile field.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology or equivalent.
• CST certification preferred but not required in Iowa.
• LPN license may be required if graduate of LPN program.
• No prior experience required; endo/GI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team in Endoscopy by preparing operating rooms and supporting procedures under the supervision of the circulating nurse.
• Verify correct surgical site, assist with patient transport as needed, and prepare the pre-operative site.
• Review OR schedules, note changes to procedures, and gather required equipment, instruments, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards.
• Perform surgical scrub, don sterile gown and gloves, and participate in opening and maintaining the sterile field.
• Instrument surgical cases, pass instruments to surgeons, and anticipate needs to support uninterrupted procedures.
• Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts in accordance with policy.
• Assist with prepping and draping patients and gowning and gloving surgical team members.
• Prepare sterile dressings and ensure all equipment is functioning properly, reporting any malfunctions, and more.

Skills

Surgical care

Operating room support

Endoscopy assistance

Sterile technique

Patient transport

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

CST certification preferred

LPN license (if applicable)

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

• Assist the surgical team in Endoscopy by preparing operating rooms and supporting procedures under the supervision of the circulating nurse


• Verify correct surgical site, assist with patient transport as needed, and prepare the pre‑operative site


• Review OR schedules, note changes to procedures, and gather required equipment, instruments, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards


• Perform surgical scrub, don sterile gown and gloves, and participate in opening and maintaining the sterile field


• Instrument surgical cases, pass instruments to surgeons, and anticipate needs to support uninterrupted procedures


• Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts in accordance with policy


• Assist with prepping and draping patients and gowning and gloving surgical team members


• Prepare sterile dressings and ensure all equipment is functioning properly, reporting any malfunctions, and more.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

What You Will Do:

• Assist the surgical team in Endoscopy by preparing operating rooms and supporting procedures under the supervision of the circulating nurse


• Verify correct surgical site, assist with patient transport as needed, and prepare the pre‑operative site


• Review OR schedules, note changes to procedures, and gather required equipment, instruments, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards


• Perform surgical scrub, don sterile gown and gloves, and participate in opening and maintaining the sterile field


• Instrument surgical cases, pass instruments to surgeons, and anticipate needs to support uninterrupted procedures


• Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts in accordance with policy


• Assist with prepping and draping patients and gowning and gloving surgical team members


• Prepare sterile dressings and ensure all equipment is functioning properly, reporting any malfunctions, and more.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday


• 8 hour shifts


• Start and end times depend on department’s scheduled procedures




• Start times between 6 am and 8 am


• End times between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm


• Later starts on Thursdays




• Minimal on \"call\" rotation dependent on department need, 30-minute response time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology; completion of surgical tech apprenticeship or military program; graduate of an LPN program with Surgical experience; or equivalent experience to demonstrate competency.


• CST certification preferred but not required in Iowa.


• LPN license required if graduate of LPN program.


• No prior experience required.


• Previous endo/GI experience preferred.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• We care about your well‑being—both physical and mental—with a comprehensive benefits package


• Effective Day 1 benefits for positions 16 hours per week or greater, including medical, dental, vision, and more


• Wellness programs to support your overall health


• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement


• Competitive wages, including weekend and night shift differentials


• Generous paid time off program


• Long- and short-term leave options


• Retirement savings program with employer match starting Day 1


• Retirement planning resources


• Life insurance coverage

Ministry/Facility Information

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.

With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.