Per Diem Surgical Technologist, Operating Room

Join our Operating Room team as a Surgical Technologist in a Level I Trauma Center! The Surgical Technologist functions as an active member of the surgical team in the role of the scrub person. This includes assisting the Circulator with the preparation of the O.R. suite by reviewing the preference card for the appropriate supplies, assists with the gathering of equipment and instrumentation, practices department procedures for hand scrub, gowning and gloving, accurately prepares drugs under the supervision of the Registered Nurse Circulator, sets up sterile instruments, suture and all sterile supplies and maintains sterile field of instruments and supplies during procedures. The Surgical Technologist anticipates and communicates the surgeon’s needs and has instruments & supplies readily available for use.

New grads welcomed and encouraged to apply!

Work Schedule: 

This is a per diem position requiring a minimum number of scheduled shifts to maintain employment. Hours may include day shifts (6:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.), evening shifts (2:45 p.m.-10:45 p.m.), and occasional overnight coverage (10:45 p.m.-7:15 a.m.). Additional 10- or 12-hour shifts, including mid-day coverage (10:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m.), may be assigned based on department and staffing needs. Schedule flexibility is required.

Required Qualifications: 

• Completion of a surgical technologist training program

• Completion of national certification exam offered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) within 12 months of hire date. Certification to be maintained by employee during length of employment.

• CPR certification required at time of employment and every two years thereafter.

Additional Information:

This is a non-union per diem (0 set hours per pay period) position, working in Saint Paul, MN. The full salary range for this position is $37.43-$50.65 per hour, based on experience. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is not eligible for benefits. Regions is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and also proud to be a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Company.