Surgical Technologist

About the role

Surgical technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical technologists work under the supervision and delegator authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists are experts in the theory and application of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique to combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation and tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

At LifeCare Medical Center, we value every person and take our patient’s healthcare needs seriously. Our employees are the foundation for our success. We’ve fostered a collaborative environment centered around compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence. As the third largest employer in Roseau County, LifeCare Medical Center is continually looking for motivated, dedicated, and compassionate leaders who are passionate about delivering the best in healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Gathers, checks, and opens supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure.
• Sets up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solution needed for the procedure.
• Performs initial instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with the circulator.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies to the surgeon during the procedure.
• Holds retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon.
• Applies electrocautery to clamps or forceps on bleeders.
• Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of the room.
• Participates in debriefing and quality improvement practices to ensure quality patient care.

Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited surgical technology program.
• CST certification preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good critical thinking skills.

Location & Schedule

Location: Roseau

Shift: Days and call shifts

Job Schedule: Scheduled shifts during the work week and call hours. Hours vary depending on daily assignment. FTE: .8

Weekends: Rotating call weekend

Holidays: Varying call hours

Pay

Pay Range: $28.66–$41.56. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and on several factors including relevant work experience, education, certification & licensure, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the compensation package for employees.

Benefits

LifeCare Medical Center offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying employees. Depending upon eligibility, we offer a variety of benefits including:

• Health, dental, and life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance.
• 403(b)-retirement plan.
• Generous time off package to help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.