Surgical Technician; CST

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Surgical Technician Join the Mercy One Family!

We are looking to hire a Surgical Technician to join our Operating Room. The Surgical Technician is responsible for preparing the operating room for the surgical procedure including the instruments, equipment, and supplies. They must maintain the sterile field during the surgical procedure. The role includes scrubbing for general cases such as general surgery, gynecology, urology, podiatry, and plastics, as well as serving as 2nd, 3rd, or 4th scrub in all surgical specialties.

The Technician will adhere to Mercy One’s performance expectations and perform all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision, values, and cultural beliefs of Mercy One.

Full-time

Day Shift

• $7,000 sign-on bonus offered.

• Full-time, 36–40 hours per week.
• Shift: Days 0600‑1830 (shift start & end times may vary).
• 8, 10, or 12‑hour shift options available.
• Includes "on call" rotation.

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology; completion of surgical tech apprenticeship or military program.
• Or graduate of an LPN program with surgical experience; or equivalent experience to demonstrate competency.
• CST certification preferred but not required in Iowa; required within 18 months of hire if working in Illinois.
• LPN license required if you are a graduate of an LPN program.
• No prior experience is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Mandatory reporter.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people; work under pressure; independence and accountability.
• Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.

Mercy One Northeast Iowa serves eight counties with 491 licensed beds across three medical centers. The centers include a Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center, as well as Level IV Community Trauma Designations. Mercy One is the largest employer in the region with more than 2,500 colleagues and offers a full benefits package and growth opportunities.

We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.