Surgical Technologist

Altru Health; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Altru Health is seeking Surgical Technologists for a structured career ladder in Devils Lake, ND. The role supports the operating room team with sterile technique, instrument handling, and case preparation across multiple tech levels.

The position emphasizes CST/NBSTSA certification, BLS, and progressive responsibilities from Surg Tech I to III, with licensure options and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Surgical Tech I requires completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent training.
• May be licensed as a UAP/T or LPN.
• Temporary UAP/T or LPN license accepted prior to start.
• Surgical Tech II requires CST (NBSTSA) and either 3+ years with CST or 6+ years total surgical tech experience.
• Surg Tech II may be licensed as a UAP/T or LPN.
• Surg Tech III requires CST/NBSTSA, BLS within 90 days, and either 6+ years with CST or 12+ years total experience.
• Temporary UAP/T or LPN license accepted prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and prepares case set-up prior to start of case.
• Identifies and communicates unusual techniques and instruments required for surgery.
• Cleans, assembles, operates, and cares for instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Documents procedure changes on cards and follows SOPs; monitors quality indicators.
• Performs patient care following diagnosis/procedure and SOPs.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet department needs.

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent training

Tools

NBSTSA CST Certification

BLS (AHA) Certification

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why - and that why is one another.

Location

Altru Hospital | Devils Lake 1031 7th Street Northeast Devils Lake, ND 58301

Pay Range

• Surg Tech I $27.80 - $41.71
• Surg Tech II $29.19 - $43.79
• Surg Tech III $30.65 - $45.98

Summary

Altru's Surg Tech career ladder empowers Surgical Techs to manage their career growth and pay. This structure values experience, education, and engagement, providing opportunities for advancement and greater responsibilities. The requirements of each level are listed here.

Surg Tech I

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent training or graduate of a military training program.
• May be licensed as a UAP/T or LPN.
• Temporary UAP/T or LPN license accepted prior to start.

Surg Tech II

• Certified Surgical Technician (CST)| National Board of Surgical Tech-Surgical Assist (NBSTSA) | Required | HR Primary Sources
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent training or graduate of a military training program.
• 3 years or more Surgical Technologist experience AND National certification (e.g., CST), OR completion of a Career Advancement Portfolio OR
• 6 years or more Surgical Technologist experience
• May be a licensed as a UAP/T or LPN
• Temporary UAP/T or LPN licensed accepted prior to start.

Surg Tech III

• Certified Surgical Technician (CST)| National Board of Surgical Tech-Surgical Assist (NBSTSA) | Required | HR Primary Sources
• Basic Life Support (BLS) |American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent training or graduate of a military training program.
• 6 years or more Surgical Technologist experience AND National certification (e.g., CST), OR completion of a Career Advancement Portfolio OR
• 12 years or more Surgical Technologist experience
• May be licensed as a UAP/T or LPN.
• Temporary UAP/T or LPN license accepted prior to start.

Job Overview

The Surgical Technologist works as part of the team that delivers surgical care in the operating room. The technologist possesses knowledge and skills in sterile and aseptic technique. The Surgical Technologist also demonstrates knowledge of numerous surgical procedures so the needs of the surgeon can be anticipated.

Essential Job Functions

• Organizes and prepares case set-up prior to start of case.
• Identifies and communicates unusual techniques and instruments required for surgery.
• Cleans, assembles, operates, and properly cares for instruments, supplies, and equipment used in team specialties.
• Demonstrates an understanding of surgical procedure classification system and handles operating room specimens according to standard operating procedures.
• Provides patient care, according to diagnosis/procedure, utilizing the procedure cards and following established hospital policies and procedures.
• Documents procedure changes on procedure cards following each case according to standard operating procedures.
• Identifies and communicates unusual techniques and instruments required for surgery.
• Participates in measuring and monitoring Quality Indicators and outcomes.
• Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification

• Unlicensed Assistive Person - Technician (UAP/T) | North Dakota Board of Nursing | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Licensed Practical Nurse | North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) or Compact State Agreement | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Certified Surgical Technician (CST)| National Board of Surgical Tech-Surgical Assist (NBSTSA) | Preferred | HR Primary Sources
• Basic Life Support (BLS) |American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System

Notes

May be licensed as a UAP/T or LPN. Temporary UAP/T license accepted prior to start. Must be a graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or graduate of a military training program.

Work Experience

• Preferred: A minimum of 1 year Related Experience

Language Requirements

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands

• Sit: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Stand: Continuously (67-100%)
• Walk: Continuously (67-100%)
• Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)

Working Conditions

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor: Not Applicable
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement

Infrequent Driver

Reference ID

R7898

About Us

Making a real difference. For one another. To take the best care of our patients and community - including friends, family, and neighbors - we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you'll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You'll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart. Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO).