Surgical Technologist — OR Team Member, Patient Safety

Brookings-Health-System; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Brookings Health System in Brookings, SD, seeks a Surgical Technologist to join our team and deliver high-quality care in a rural hospital setting. You will assist during surgical operations, work with physicians and nursing staff, and maintain sterile technique to ensure patient safety.

This role requires strong communication, critical thinking, and adaptability in a dynamic environment. This PRN position offers flexible scheduling with a minimum commitment of 8 hours per month and compensation

Qualifications

• Graduate of surgical technology program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Familiarity with anatomy, physiology and asepsis.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Code Blue awareness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist during surgical operations and procedures performed under a physician's direction.
• Work as part of a surgical team to ensure optimal operative conditions.
• Provide a safe environment for patients undergoing surgical or diagnostic procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians, surgical nursing staff and ancillary departments.
• Maintain flexible scheduling and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Anatomy Knowledge

Asepsis / Sterile Techniques

Code Blue Knowledge

Communication

Critical Thinking

Education

Graduate of surgical technology program

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Brookings Health System in Brookings, SD, seeks a Surgical Technologist to join our team and deliver high-quality care in a rural hospital setting. You will assist during surgical operations, work with physicians and nursing staff, and maintain sterile technique to ensure patient safety.

This role requires strong communication, critical thinking, and adaptability in a dynamic environment. This PRN position offers flexible scheduling with a minimum commitment of 8 hours per month and compensation