Surgical Technologist - Internal Travel Team - CST

Benefits Highlights Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities Mayo Clinic employee, the Internal Travel Team ST/CST actualizes Mayo Clinic core values and culture. The ST/CST will travel on a routine basis to various locations. Flexibility and adaptability are essential in work assignments and work schedules. ST/CSTs support our OR environments to ensure they are safe, equipment functions properly, and procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. They are highly specialized experts in maintaining sterile environments. They gown and glove surgeons and assistants, sterile drape patients, and stand next to or across from surgeons to assist with surgeries. They are in charge of and handle all instruments, scrubs, sutures, implants, etc. They also count all instruments and supplies before, during, and after procedures. Our ST/CSTs are assigned to specialties within our enterprise depending on areas of experience as well as based on Mayo Clinic’s need. Prepares sterile table for each procedure, assuring required instruments are available to the physicians, including suture, blades, cautery, suction, implants, medication and solutions. Assists in draping the surgical field to ensure correct exposure of the operative site with respect to each patient's right to privacy, dignity, safety and comfort. Provides a quiet environment for the surgical patients. Assists the surgeon when she/he does not have an assistant. Correctly identifies items on the back table. Applies basic and current knowledge of surgical instruments for a proficient performance of assigned functions. The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist possesses knowledge of sterile and aseptic techniques and is able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. The Surgical Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team. Qualifications Requirements for Surgical Techs Graduate from an accredited Surgical Tech Program required. Must have at least 1 year of surgical tech experience. Expected to travel across multiple Mayo Clinic sites including Arizona, Florida, Minnesota & Wisconsin. Additional details about travel expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Additional Qualifications Requires the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Basic computer knowledge and skills required. Traveler or float pool experience preferred. If a current Mayo Clinic employee, must have been in current position for one year prior to applying. Must be in good standing related to performance. License or Certification Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association (Title: BLS for Healthcare Providers or BLS Provider) Red Cross (Title: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers or BLS for Healthcare Providers) Military Training Network Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) required within 18 months of hire. Surgical Technologists hired at the following locations prior to the identified dates, are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA: Mayo Clinic Health System in Southwest Minnesota hires prior to 10/15/2014. Mayo Clinic Health System in Wisconsin hires prior to 11/20/2024. Mayo Clinic in Florida and Arizona hires prior to 11/20/2024. Enterprise Staffing Pool hires prior to 11/20/2024. Internal transfers to Rochester or Southeast Minnesota are required to have the Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA. Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail This position offers a fixed hourly rate of $47.12/hr. In addition, a travel stipend may be provided, with current amounts reviewed and adjusted quarterly. A comprehensive benefits package is also included. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 72-80 Schedule Details Sunday-Saturday, Variable schedule, flexibility is required to meet site staffing needs. Will discuss assignments during the interview process. Weekend Schedule Variable International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the EOE is the Law. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Recruiter Danelle White #J-18808-Ljbffr