Surgical Technologist
Sanford Health
Summary
The Surgical Technologist is a member of the surgical team who works with other personnel in delivering quality patient care to clients and assumes responsibilities pre-operatively, intra-operatively and post-operatively.
Job description
Summary
The Surgical Technologist is a member of the surgical team who works with other personnel in delivering quality patient care to clients and assumes responsibilities pre-operatively, intra-operatively and post-operatively.
Job Description
The Surgical Technologist demonstrates technical competencies and knowledge of aseptic technique, operating room policies and procedures, equipment, supplies and instruments used in the operating room. The Surgical Technologist has positive interpersonal relationships and well-developed critical thinking skills. He/she supports the philosophy, goals and standards of the hospital, department and unit. The Surgical Technologist has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related patient care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. The Surgical Technologist is scrubbed in for short or long periods of time. The Surgical Technologist is able to work in a fast-paced environment and must be able to adjust to changes in duties with minimal notice as the schedule requires.
Qualifications
Graduate of a school of Surgical Technology strongly preferred. Expected to be CPR certified every other year. Prefer at least one workshop per year as related to sterile processing or surgical scrub technician role.
Requirements
- Graduate of a school of Surgical Technology strongly preferred
- Expected to be CPR certified every other year
- Prefer at least one workshop per year as related to sterile processing or surgical scrub technician role
Benefits
- Sign on bonus options available
- Union ~ SEIU 113
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.