Employment Type:nnFull timennShift:nnDay ShiftnnDescription:nnThe surgical technologist, using the principles of medical asepsis, prepares the operating room for surgical cases of all specialties and instruments the surgical procedures anticipating the needs of the surgeon. The surgical technologist provides care within the Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa Standards of Care, AORN Standards of Care and Practice and the Operating Room Policies and Procedures.THIS ISnnPosition Purpose:nnThe surgical technologist, using the principles of medical asepsis, prepares the operating room for surgical cases of all specialties and instruments the surgical procedures anticipating the needs of the surgeon. The surgical technologist provides care within the MercyOne North Iowa Standards of Care, AORN Standards of Care and Practice and the Operating Room Policies and Procedures.nnWhat you Will Do:nnAssists the circulating nurse in assessing the patients' needs and helps to develop and implement the plan of care.nnProvides care to all surgical patients in accordance with the operating room’s performance standards, physician preference cards, and the AORN Standards of Care and Practice.nnAssists in setting up rooms.nnSecures safe transport of the patient if needed.nnConfirms correctness of the surgical site, prepares the pre-operative site, instruments the case, manages the sterile field and specimens, and turns the room around under the supervision of the circulating nurse.nnServes as a steward for the hospital’s human and material resources.nnMeets productivity expectations of unit/department as defined by unit manager.nnIdentifies accurate changes on surgeons' preference cards.nnUtilizes and maintains appropriate supplies during the case and in the department.nnDevelops and maintains knowledge/skills in all surgical specialties.nnHours: Day Shift - Ability to work flexible hours - 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts available. Call includes one weekend a month, 2 holidays per year, and 2 5p-7p calls per week if needed.nnMinimum Qualifications:nnEducation:nnGraduate of a surgical technologist program is required; or graduate of an LPN program with Surgical experience.nnCertification as a surgical technologist preferred. LPN license required if graduate of LPN program.nnMust provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status.nnMust provide proof of Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelinesnnAbility to work flexible hoursBasic computer skillsnnExperience:nnPrevious surgical technologist experience preferred.nnSpecial Skills, Competencies, and AptitudesnnDemonstrates self-confidence, initiative, and high level of concentration.nnDemonstrates communication skills and promotes good working relationships with all members of the surgical team.nnRecognizes personal learning needs and follows through to gain new competencies.nnPosition Highlights and Benefits:nnEducation Assistance offered.nnEffective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greaternnCompetitive wages; including weekend and night differentialsnnGenerous paid time off programnnRetirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1nnAll offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background checks, pre-employment physical, drug screen and post offer exam.nnEEO Employer F/M/Veteran/DisablednnIn compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), VEVRAA, and Section 503, should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, please call Human Resources at (641) 428-7287 or email us at Commitment to Diversity and InclusionnnTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.nnOur Commitment to Diversity and InclusionnnTrinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.nnOur dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.nnEOE including disability/veteran