Surgical Technologist (CST), Ambulatory Surgery Center

Park Nicollet Health Services; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Park Nicollet Health Services is seeking a Surgical Tech (CST) to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center teams in Shakopee, MN. The role supports our Same Day Surgery Center, with occasional travel to other centers, under RN supervision. Strong teamwork and a positive attitude are essential.

Responsibilities include assisting in surgeries, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring patient safety. Certification within 12–36 months is required or expected upon hire.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist credentials required at hire or within 12 months.
• NCCT certification required at hire or within 36 months.
• Experience as a surgical tech; new grads considered.
• Knowledge of basic surgical instrumentation and aseptic technique.

Responsibilities

• Support Same Day Surgery Center teams in ASC settings.
• Assist with surgeries under RN supervision.
• Maintain sterile technique and patient safety.
• Travel to alternate sites per rotation as needed.

Skills

Surgical Tech CST

Aseptic technique

Orthopedic instruments

Patient safety

BLS/CPR

Education

CST certification

NCCT certification

Job description

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 Centers as needed.

We are looking for team members to support our growing services, with opportunities to provide patient care in our Surgery Centers. 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 FTE/Day Shift
• Variable Start Times
• Variable Shift Lengths
• Rotating Late Shifts
• 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!