Join Avera Specialty Hospital as a Surgical Technologist, where you'll play a vital role in assisting surgeons and nursing staff during procedures, ensuring a safe and efficient operating environment. Be part of a compassionate team dedicated to moving health forward for patients.
Key Responsibilities
Prepares the Operating Room for surgical procedures
Assists the surgeon as the first or second scrub person during surgical procedures
Maintains a sterile field at all times in the procedure area
Assists the circulating nurse to account for all instruments, needles, and sponges
Achieves and maintains working knowledge of all OR machinery and equipment
Receives and verifies correct implants for all surgical procedures
Assists with on-the-job training and orientation of new staff and students
Assists in transporting of patients to the O.R. when necessary
Performs decontamination, assembly and sterilization according to Infection Control guidelines
Operates sterilization equipment and ensures safety
Required Qualifications
Technical Certificate Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Upon Hire
1-3 years Previous experience as a Surgical Technician
Benefits & Perks
PTO available day 1 for eligible hiresFree health insurance options for full-time single coverageUp to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorship