Allina Health

Surgical Technologist

Allina Health$68K — $93K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program (Associate's or Vocational degree)
  • 1+ year of Surgical Technologist experience preferred
  • Certified Surgical Technologist or equivalent certification required within 1 year of hire
  • Current BLS certification from a recognized provider required
  • Medium work capacity including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally

Responsibilities

  • Prepare the operating room and set up for procedures
  • Identify and assemble necessary instruments and supplies
  • Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff
  • Follow aseptic technique and regulatory compliance
  • Assist in maintaining sterile fields during surgeries
  • Communicate effectively with the surgical team

Benefits

  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Paid time off and time away
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life insurance options
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  • Student loan support benefits
Full Job Description
Location Address:

Date Posted:
July 24, 2026
Department:
40005810 Operating Room
Shift:
Day/Evening (United States of America)
Shift Length:
10 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
36
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
Other
Key Position Details:
  • .9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
  • 10-hour day/evening shifts
  • On-call coverage is required


Meet our Care Team Members: Surgical Technologist

Job Description:

Participates in providing care to patients undergoing surgical intervention, including identifying, assembling and facilitating use of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies to assist the surgical team. Tasks are supervised by Registered Nurse and delegated by the surgeon. May also perform in the sterile processing function as needed. Will eventually be required to take call after orientation.

Principle Responsibilities
  • Participates as a surgical team member
    • Prepares the OR and sets up for procedures.•
    • Identifies supplies, instruments and equipment needed.
    • Maintains safe environment for patient and other staff, using electrical equipment and instruments correctly.
    • Follows aseptic technique standards of practice.
    • Complies with regulatory requirements for point of use care of instruments.
    • Handles medications and specimens following policies/procedures.
  • Assists the physician in the scrub role during surgical procedures
    • Maintains a sterile field.
    • Anticipates needs for instruments, equipment and other supplies.
    • Performs sponge, sharps and other counts accurately.
    • Accounts for all instruments and items on the field.
    • Communicates to physician and circulator when needs arise during the surgical intervention.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications
  • Associate's or Vocational degree graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program


Preferred Qualifications
  • 1+ year of Surgical Technologist experience


Licenses/Certifications
  • Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
    • Certified Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 1 year of hire
    • Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) Certification within 1 year of hire
  • Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
    • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
    • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
    • Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)


Physical Demands
  • Medium Work:
  • Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently


Pay Range

Pay Range: $32.92 to $45.12 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Benefits include:
  • Medical/Dental
  • PTO/Time Away
  • Retirement Savings Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term/Long-term Disability
  • Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
  • Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
  • Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer


*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

About Allina Health

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health care system headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Allina Health provides care throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin through its 12 hospitals, 50+ clinics, and specialty care centers.
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