Join Avera Health as a Certified Surgical Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in assisting surgeons and ensuring patient safety during surgical procedures. Be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
Assist surgeon within the scope of competency and standards of practice
Utilize techniques of infection control/universal precautions
Wash and sterilize equipment and maintain a clean operating room
Rotate in SPD area cleaning & sterilizing instruments for OR, floors, ER, & clinics
Update preference cards to ensure all team members can perform procedures as per surgeon requests
Comply with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice
Verify patient identity and operative details
Apply and monitor principles of aseptic technique
Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts according to policy
Participate in the evaluation of new supplies, equipment, and/or instruments
Place equipment and supplies in operating room and arrange instruments according to instructions
Required Qualifications
Technical Certificate Graduate from an Accredited Surgical Technologist Program
Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Upon Hire
Tech in Surgery (TS-C) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Upon Hire
Preferred Qualifications
1-3 years surgical experience
Benefits & Perks
PTO available day 1 for eligible hiresFree health insurance options for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health PlanUp to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorship