Surgical Technologist

Sanford Health Careers

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Facility: Worthington Medical Center Location: Worthington, MN Address: 1018 6th Ave, Worthington, MN 56187, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 32.00 Salary Range: $25.46 - $33.72 Pay Info: Union ~ SEIU 113! Sign on bonus options available! Union Position: Yes

Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist is a member of the surgical team who works with other personnel in delivering quality patient care to clients and assumes responsibilities pre-operatively, intra-operatively and post-operatively. The Surgical Technologist demonstrates technical competencies and knowledge of aseptic technique, operating room policies and procedures, equipment, supplies and instruments used in the operating room. The Surgical Technologist has positive interpersonal relationships and well-developed critical thinking skills. He/she supports the philosophy, goals and standards of the hospital, department and unit. The Surgical Technologist has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related patient care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. The Surgical Technologist is scrubbed in for short or long periods of time. The Surgical Technologist is able to work in a fast-paced environment and must be able to adjust to changes in duties with minimal notice as the schedule requires.

Qualifications

Graduate of a school of Surgical Technology strongly preferred. Expected to be CPR certified every other year. Prefer at least one workshop per year as related to sterile processing or surgical scrub technician role.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.