Surgical Technologist

Location Address:

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433-2522

Date Posted:

May 29, 2026

Department:

38015810 Mercy Operating Room

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

32

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

Job Summary:

At Allina Health, our surgical technology teams thrive in a warm, inclusive culture where teamwork, respect, and purpose drive everything we do. You'll work with progressive technology and innovative tools that keep you at the leading edge of surgical care.

In our fast-paced, collaborative environment, your skills matter- and so does your voice. Join a team where growth is encouraged, impact is real, and every day brings the chance to change lives!

Key Position Details:

• .8 FTE (64 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day/evening shifts
• Occasional weekends, per department rotation

Meet our Care Team Members: Surgical Technologist

Job Description:

Participates in providing care to patients undergoing surgical intervention, including identifying, assembling and facilitating use of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies to assist the surgical team. Tasks are supervised by Registered Nurse and delegated by the surgeon. May also perform in the sterile processing function as needed. Will eventually be required to take call after orientation.

Principle Responsibilities

• Participates as a surgical team member
  • Prepares the OR and sets up for procedures.
  • Identifies supplies, instruments and equipment needed.
  • Maintains safe environment for patient and other staff, using electrical equipment and instruments correctly.
  • Follows aseptic technique standards of practice.
  • Complies with regulatory requirements for point of use care of instruments.
  • Handles medications and specimens following policies/procedures.
• Assists the physician in the scrub role during surgical procedures
  • Maintains a sterile field.
  • Anticipates needs for instruments, equipment and other supplies.
  • Performs sponge, sharps and other counts accurately.
  • Accounts for all instruments and items on the field.
  • Communicates to physician and circulator when needs arise during the surgical intervention.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of Surgical Technologist experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
  Certified Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 1 year of hire
  Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) Certification within 1 year of hire
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
  Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)

Physical Demands

• Medium Work:
• Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $36.80 to $48.96 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.