Surgical Assistant - CST

Essentia Health

Virginia, MN Posted 4/19/2025 Full Time

Job Description:

Under direct supervision and through training, provides safe and effective care to patients of all ages who are undergoing surgical procedures. Responsibilities and training include: Assisting in case and operating room preparation, patient positioning, and assisting surgeon with procedures as required; demonstrating organizational skills to ensure instrumentation, equipment, and supplies, etc., are in place; maintaining availability for on-call rotation and emergency coverage; and maintaining current knowledge on surgical procedures and technology. May perform other designated technical care relative to specialty. Experience:Experience as a Surgical Assistant or two years experience as an Operating Room/Surgical Tech.

Education Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited program in Surgery Technology.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certified surgical technologist required

Two years surgical technologist experience required.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage:Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development:Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance:Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs:Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at for more information.
Job Location:Essentia Virginia Hospital
Shift Rotation:Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End:0700/1530
Hours Per Pay Period:40
Compensation Range:$31.30 - $41.37 / hour
Union:Assoc Of Diagnostic Imaging Techs (ADIT)
FTE:1
Weekends:call
Call Obligations:Yes
JOB LOCATION:
Virginia, MN 55792

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