Surgical Technologist

Summit Orthopedics; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and innovative team as a Surgical Technologist, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring patient safety and the success of surgical procedures. This position offers flexible opportunities across multiple surgery centers, allowing you to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. With a competitive hourly wage and a $1,000 sign-on bonus, this role is perfect for those looking to contribute to a patient-first atmosphere while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy lifestyle.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical procedures.
• Ability to prepare operating rooms and ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room and sterile field for procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team during operations.
• Participate in patient identification and safety protocols.

Skills

Sterile Techniques

Surgical Procedures

Human Anatomy

Patient Care

Education

Technical/Other Training

Job description

Description

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the significance each member of the Summit Family has as they impact one another and our patients on a daily basis. Be part of a patient-first environment that lives into our values of: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Stewardship and Innovation and a place where staff members feel respected and find a strong sense of purpose in their roles, contributing to a familial atmosphere characterized by mutual respect and enjoyment.

As the Surgical Technologist, you'll function as an integral member of the surgical team. With your expertise in theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique. You'll combine your knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Casual opportunities available at all Surgery Center locations - Eagan, Woodbury, Vadnais Heights and Minnetonka. Must be willing to work a minimum of 2 shifts per month. Flexibility to float to other surgery centers as needed.

Eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

• Demonstrates knowledge and practice of sterile techniques in the surgical suite.


• Prepares the operating room, sterile field/table for planned procedure.


• Follows standard procedures/protocols in the preparation of the environment for the surgical procedure.


• Anticipate needs of the surgical team and provide appropriate instrumentation when needed.


• Confines/contains contaminated instrumentation and equipment.


• Participates in all events required to positively identify the correct patient, the correct planned procedure, and the correct surgical site.


• Participates in providing the patient the best surgical experience possible.


• Verifies the presence of correct implants, as needed, prior to beginning procedure.


• Segregates hazardous waste and disposes of it correctly.


• May assist in the reprocessing of surgical instrumentation, if qualified to do so.


• Cleans operating room per facility requirements.


• Maintains physician preference cards as up-to-date.


• Accurately and promptly completes unusual occurrence reporting when necessary.


• Participates in the evaluation of new supplies and equipment and instrumentation.


• Accepts and understands the role of the CST in emergency situations.

Summit's hiring range for this position is $31.96 to $39.95 per hour. The hired candidate may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, differentials and/or deferred compensation. In addition to our base salary, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that aligns with our vision of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off and 401(k)/profit sharing retirement plan. If you are hired at Summit, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and internal equity.

Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1100+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.

Qualifications

Education

Technical/other training (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Basic Life Support (required)
Cert Surgical Technician (required)

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