Surgical Technologist - Internal Travel Team - CST

Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights Medical : Multiple plan options. Dental : Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision : Affordable plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings : HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. Retirement : Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities The Surgical Tech (ST / CST) in the Midwest Internal Travel Team at Mayo Clinic will rotate across Mayo Clinic sites in Minnesota and Wisconsin as determined by patient care needs. As a Mayo Clinic employee, the Internal Travel Team ST / CST actualizes Mayo Clinic core values and culture. The ST / CST will travel on a routine basis to various locations. Flexibility and adaptability are essential in work assignments and work schedules. ST / CSTs support our OR environments to ensure they are safe, equipment functions properly, and procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. They are highly specialized experts in maintaining sterile environments. They gown and glove surgeons and assistants, sterile drape patients, and stand next to or across from surgeons to assist with surgeries. They are in charge of and handle all instruments, scrubs, sutures, implants, etc. They also count all instruments and supplies before, during, and after procedures. Our ST / CSTs are assigned to specialties within our enterprise depending on areas of experience as well as based on Mayo Clinic’s need. Additional information can be found on our Travel Surg Tech website. Prepares sterile table for each procedure assuring required instruments are available to the physicians including suture, blades, cautery, suction, implants, medication and solutions. Assists in draping the surgical field to ensure correct exposure of operative site with respect to each patient's right to privacy, dignity, safety and comfort. Provides a quiet environment for the surgical patients. Assists the surgeon when she / he does not have an assistant. Correctly identifies items on back table. Applies basic and current knowledge of surgical instruments for a proficient performance of assigned functions. During the selection process you may participate in a virtual (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the virtual interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question — Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps as appropriate. Requirements for Surgical Techs : Graduate from an accredited Surgical Tech Program required. Must have at least 1 year of surgical tech experience Expected to travel across multiple Mayo Clinic sites Additional details about travel expectations will be discussed during the interview process Additional Qualifications : Requires the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Basic computer knowledge and skills required Traveler or float pool experience preferred Must be in good standing related to performance If a current Mayo Clinic employee, must have been in current position for one year prior to applying License or Certification : Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs : American Heart Association (Title : BLS for Healthcare Providers or BLS Provider) Red Cross (Title : CPR / AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers or BLS for Healthcare Providers) Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) required within 18 months of hire. The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist possesses knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique and is able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. The Surgical Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as member of the surgical team. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program. Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. Surgical Technologists hired at the following locations prior to the identified dates, are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA : Mayo Clinic Health System in Southwest Minnesota hires prior to 10 / 15 / 2014. Mayo Clinic Health System in Wisconsin hires prior to 11 / 20 / 2024. Mayo Clinic in Florida and Arizona hires prior to 11 / 20 / 2024 Enterprise Staffing Pool hires prior to 11 / 20 / 2024 Internal transfers to Rochester or Southeast Minnesota are required to have the Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA. Licensure / Certification Required :

• Current BLS certification required upon hire.
• Certification through NBSTSA required within one year of hire date. Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail A competitive compensation package, including full-time benefits, will be provided. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours / Pay Period 80 Schedule Details Monday-Friday; Primarily Days, but will vary according to work area. On-call hours are rare, but could be expected based on work location.Schedule flexibility is required to meet site staffing needs. Will discuss assignments during the interview process. Weekend Schedule Rare, but will vary according to work area. International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix / Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Recruiter Danelle White