Job Description
Join our award-winning surgical team at Metropolitan Medical Center in Saint Paul, MN! We're offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for experienced Surgical Technicians who start before December 31, 2023. Enjoy cutting-edge facilities, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Work in a supportive environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes and surgical excellence.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and setting up surgical instruments
- Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and maintaining sterile fields
- Monitor inventory and restock supplies to ensure seamless surgical workflows
- Transport patients and specimens between operating rooms and recovery areas
- Adhere to OSHA and JCAHO standards for infection control and safety protocols
- Document surgical procedures accurately in electronic health records
- Maintain equipment calibration and sterilization documentation
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent certification required
- Minimum 2 years of recent OR experience in general surgery
- Proficiency in sterile processing and surgical instrumentation
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and on-call rotations
- Strong knowledge of anatomy and surgical procedures
- Excellent communication skills and teamwork abilities
- Pass background check and drug screening