Surgical Tech

Position Summary:

On our Surgery team, you won't be just a number; you'll be part of a supportive, caring and highly skilled team. This position will allow you to work on a variety of cases in a newer facility. With us, you'll work for a reputable, stable and independent organization. If you have CST experience or will be graduating soon from a Surgical Tech program, you won't want to miss this opportunity

Applies principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides optimal patient centered care in the operating room. Provides systems to ensure quality care and improved patient outcomes utilizing sterilization techniques.

Responsibilities:

• Organize the sterile instruments, supplies and equipment for each surgical procedure as required according to the physician's preference. Conducts proper utilization of equipment.
• Provides a sterile field for surgical procedures.
• Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions.
• Applies aseptic and surgical techniques as described by AORN standards and facilities a physician's performance of invasive and diagnostic procedures.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and providing sterile items in an efficient manner.
• Performs counts of sponges, sharps and instruments according to procedure.
• Follows surgeon direction for retracting, cutting of suture and dressing application.
• Assists with OR cleaning and restocking.
• Follow AAMI/AORN recommended practices for decontamination/sterilization of instruments.
• Cleans, wraps and prepares instruments for sterilization.
• Scheduling of surgical cases.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited OR Technician program
• One year of Surgical Tech experience preferred
• Certification by the Surgical Technologist Association
• Current BLS or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire, company paid.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
• Demonstrated medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology knowledge preferred

Schedule:

• 64-80hrs/2wks
• Start times may vary between 6:00am to 8:00am; typically working an 8-hour shift
• Rotating call schedule including rotating holiday call

Benefits:

• Competitive Wages (experience and education may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended)
• Shift Differential Pay
• Paid Time Off and Sick Over Sixteen Accrued on First Paycheck
• Eligible for Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Discount Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan (PERA) with a 7.5% company match
• 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Others include Free On-site Parking, our Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and a variety of savings opportunities, including cafeteria, pharmacy, and scrubs discount.

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is an independent organization with over 800 employees. We are known for our positive work environment and quality patient care. We provide a full spectrum of services with our Hospital in Northfield, MN and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon. Urgent Care locations in Northfield and Lakeville.

Northfield, MN is a charming, historic river town of 21,000 people, less than an hour's drive from the Twin Cities. The community is home to two highly ranked colleges and is praised for its availability of parks, golf courses, scenic trails, and for its active arts programs and events throughout the year. Nationally recognized in 2024 as one of "The 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S." by magazine Money.

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