Certified Surgical Technologist - Full Time

Eligible positions will offer medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning day one, paid time off, life insurance, pension, 403(b), and so much more!

• Up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a new child.                                              
• Diverse and Inclusive Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Career Investment Program
• Relocation – A lump sum payment is provided to individuals who are living more than 70 miles from their Mayo Clinic hiring site and wish to relocate within 70-mile radius.
• Medical – All plans cover the same services; choose the combination of premiums, deductible and out-of-pocket maximum that best meets your families’ needs.
• Delta Dental – Cost-sharing plan with a participating provider network. Provides flexibility, network savings and preventative services.
• Mayo Reimbursement Account (MRA) – The MRA is an annual $1,150 employer contribution that can be used to reimburse you for dental and vision expenses.
• Vision Care – The Vision Care Plan is administered by Avesis and can assist with the costs of eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - Up to 23 days of PTO within your first year of employment - 28 days after 1 year
• Retirement Pension Plan – Mayo Clinic is one of the few U.S. companies who continue to provide a pension benefit at no cost to their staff.
• 403(B) and 401(K) Retirement Plans with Match - For every dollar you contribute, Mayo Clinic will match on the first 4% either $0.50, $0.75, or $1.00, based on your years of service.
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) provides care to the surgical patient under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and in collaboration with the surgical team. The CST performs primarily in the surgical scrub role preparing, selecting and maintaining equipment, instruments, and supplies. The CST possesses knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique. The CST utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as member of the surgical team. The CST will float to a variety of surgical specialties, as necessary, to provide care to surgical patients.

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program and certified through National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)within one year of hire date. If graduated from a surgical tech program that was not accredited, at least one year of surgical tech experience (within the last 5 years) in an applicable care setting is required.

Additional qualifications
Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
Comprehensive understanding of surgical processes and procedures preferred.
Two years successful surgical technologist experience in acute care, perioperative or surgical setting within the last five years preferred.

License or certification
Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. CST Certification through NBSTSA required within one year of hire date.

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. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.