Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist

The Surgical Technologist provides technical assistance to the physician during surgical and diagnostic procedures for adult and pediatric patients. Our specialties include General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Otolaryngology, Ophthalmology, Urology & Podiatry. Duties include:

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• Selects instruments, equipment and supplies for each surgical procedure.
• Prepares room for procedure by setting up sterile tables and checking equipment and supplies.
• Scrubs for surgical procedures: helping the surgeon with prepping and draping patients, passing sterile instruments and supplies, and assisting with the surgical procedures, as appropriate.
• Understands and follows the principles of sterile technique and takes steps to remedy breaks in sterile technique when observed.
• Identifies specimen before passing off the field and transports specimens to Pathology, as directed.
• Operates specified O.R. equipment in the manner in which they have been trained to use it.
• Assists RN with circulating duties, as delegated.
• Assists with transfer of patients into or out of operating room.
• Cleans rooms, instruments, and equipment appropriately.
• Identifies and reports instruments and equipment in need of maintenance.
• Assists in teaching scrub role responsibilities to residents, nurses, and surgical technologist students.
• Supports operating room team as needed.
• Keeps up to date on new procedures and equipment and communicate changes to other staff.
• Performs all responsibilities/duties required, as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.

Work Schedule:

• 0.8 FTE/32 hours per week. Monday-Friday variable start and end times between 0600-1700 with call once weekly (1530-0700) and every 4th weekend. Subject to change due to operational needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of Surgical Technologist program from an accredited institution, applicable military training, 2 years' experience as a surgical technologist, or an approved equivalent combination of training and experience.
• CST Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) at hire or within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in EPIC computer system.

Benefits:

• At Westfields Hospital & Clinic, we believe in providing our employees with exceptional benefits to help you thrive in your work. In addition to competitive wages, we offer a benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance; 403b retirement program; competitive paid time off (PTO); short-term disability pay, long-term disability and life insurance options; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); education reimbursements; employee assistance programs (EAP), employee well-being program; free parking; employee recognition and rewards; social club discounts to area attractions and events; community volunteer pay.

About Us:

Westfields Hospital & Clinic is part of HealthPartners, the largest consumer-governed, non-profit health care organization in the nation with a mission to improve health and well-being in partnership with members, patients and the community. Located just 30 minutes east of the Twin Cities in the beautiful St. Croix Valley, Westfields is an award-winner hospital serving western Wisconsin with primary, acute, emergency and outpatient health care services. Our campus is in New Richmond, where you'll find a comfortable small-town feel, just a stone's throw away from Minneapolis and St. Paul.

As a partner for good, we believe that outstanding health care comes from combining science with compassion, spirit and humanity. Everyone on our team helps make health care and insurance simpler and more affordable for all. Join us and become a partner for good, helping to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members and the communities we serve.

About HealthPartners

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.