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_SUMMARY:_ We are currently seeking aSurgical Technologistto join our Operating team. This 1.0 FTE role will work on-site (day, night, every 4th weekend, on-call). Purpose of this position: Performs technical skills and provides assistance to surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the operating room. Performs similar duties in other areas of the hospital as assigned. *A sign-on bonus ($5,000.00) is available for eligible external candidates (current employees, contract/temporary workers, and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible)*

_RESPONSIBILITIES:_ * Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation * Selects instruments, equipment and supplies for each surgical procedure * Prepares room for procedure by setting up sterile tables and checking equipment and supplies * Scrubs for surgical procedures: helping the surgeon with prepping and draping patients, passing sterile instruments and supplies, and assisting with the surgical procedures, as appropriate * Understands and follows the principles of sterile technique, and takes steps to remedy breaks in sterile technique when observed * Identifies specimen before passing off the field and transports specimens to Pathology, as directed * Operates specified OR equipment in the manner in which they have been trained to use it * Assists RN with circulating duties, as delegated * Assists with transfer of patients into or out of operating room * Cleans rooms, instruments and equipment appropriately * Identifies and reports instruments and equipment in need of maintenance * Assists in teaching scrub role responsibilities to residents, nurses, and surgical technologist students * Supports operating room team as needed * Keeps up-to-date on new procedures and equipment and communicate changes to other staff * Pursues professional growth and development * Performs all responsibilities/duties required, as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed * Functions as a role model for current and new surgical staff

QUALIFICATIONS: /Minimum Qualifications:/

• Completion of Surgical Technologist program from an accredited institution, or applicable military training, or two (2) years experience as a surgical technologist

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• An approved equivalent combination of training and experience

/Preferred Qualifications:/

• CST Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

/Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:/

• A firm understanding of the surgical process and the ability to use critical thinking skills to assist the surgeon in providing high quality patient care
• An ability to remain calm in sometimes stressful situations
• A willingness to learn new procedures and processes

Title: Surgical Technologist

Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus

Requisition ID: 240418