*_SUMMARY:_* We are currently seeking a*Surgical Technologist*to 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 -OR- * 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:** *240420*