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: .9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period) 10-hour day/evening shift Occasional weekend rotation Meet our Care Team Members: Surgical Technologist
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 Vocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program OR Successful completion of the Surgical Technologist Apprentice program at Allina Health
- 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
$36.80 to $48.96 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly
. 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.
Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements. 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. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization.
Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work. 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.