Surgical Technologist: Rotating Shifts, Limited Call

Fairview Health Services; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services in Burnsville, MN is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Delivery Room. You will prepare the OR, pass instruments to surgeons, and maintain sterile technique under RN guidance, supporting a fast-paced surgical team.

The role is 0.6 FTE with 12-hour rotating day/night shifts and variable weekends; it covers LOAs, vacations, and other relief needs. This position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficient operating room flow.

Qualifications

• Must have Surgical Technologist training or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by hire date.
• Eligible for MN LPN Surgical Assistant or Military Surgical Assistant pathways.

Responsibilities

• Supplying appropriate instruments, suture, and specialty items.
• Maintaining aseptic technique during all sterile procedures.
• Ensuring accurate identification and handling of specimens.
• Counting sponges, sharps, and instruments as required.
• Assuring availability and accurate functioning of supplies and equipment.
• Modifying clinical interventions based on population served.
• Nurturing a culture of improvement, efficiency, and innovative thinking.
• Anticipating the surgeon’s needs and responding to emergencies.

Skills

Surgical teamwork

Ability to work under stress

Team-based environment

Education

Surgical Technologist training

AST certification (eligible)

Job description

Fairview Health Services in Burnsville, MN is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Delivery Room. You will prepare the OR, pass instruments to surgeons, and maintain sterile technique under RN guidance, supporting a fast-paced surgical team.

The role is 0.6 FTE with 12-hour rotating day/night shifts and variable weekends; it covers LOAs, vacations, and other relief needs. This position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficient operating room flow.