Allina Health
Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular
Allina Health, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Overview
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! 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 a 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. 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. Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Associate's or Vocational degree graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program Preferred Qualifications
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) Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $32.20 to $44.13 per hour Starting bonus: $15,000 to eligible external talent Benefits Include: Medical/Dental, PTO/Time Away, Retirement Savings Plans, Life Insurance, Short-term/Long-term Disability, Paid Caregiver Leave, Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness), Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable, Student Loan Support Benefits (FSLP) Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer; Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and union status where applicable Physical Demands
Medium work Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) and 8-hour day/evening shifts Weekend on-call requirement Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Allina Health is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.
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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! 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 a 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. 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. Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Associate's or Vocational degree graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program Preferred Qualifications
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) Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $32.20 to $44.13 per hour Starting bonus: $15,000 to eligible external talent Benefits Include: Medical/Dental, PTO/Time Away, Retirement Savings Plans, Life Insurance, Short-term/Long-term Disability, Paid Caregiver Leave, Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness), Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable, Student Loan Support Benefits (FSLP) Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer; Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and union status where applicable Physical Demands
Medium work Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) and 8-hour day/evening shifts Weekend on-call requirement Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Allina Health is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.
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