Monument Health·Rapid City, South Dakota
The Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room and maintains the sterile field during surgical procedures. They anticipate the surgeon's needs by handling necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment while ensuring patient safety.
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Primary Location: Rapid City, SD USA
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
$26.64 - $33.30
(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
It starts with heart.
That is what you will do each day.
As a Surgical Technician at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care.
You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and— most importantly— a life-changing career.
You will make a difference.
Every day.
As a Surgical Technologist, you will function as a member of the surgery team in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery. You will handle the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. As a Surgical Technologist at Monument Health, you understand the procedure being performed and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. You have the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly maintain the sterile field.
Our vision at Monument Health is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. To do the right thing. Every time. If you share this philosophy, we hope you’ll join us.
Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:
*Supportive work culture
*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account
*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions
*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank: *Opportunities for growth and advancement
*Tuition assistance/reimbursement
*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions
*Flexible scheduling
Performs interventions, skills, and procedures consistent with accepted standards of surgical practice, policies and procedures in the surgical suite.
These include, but are not limited to: preparing the Operating Room to include necessary supplies and equipment as indicated by the patient's status; providing appropriate safety and comfort measures to the patient; providing proper patient transfer and positioning; assuring maintenance of asepsis and sterile field; assuring well-being of patient including fluid balance and skin integrity; competency in equipment, supplies and their usage; investigating unfamiliar procedures, techniques, and medications; demonstrating organizational ability by using time, equipment, and personnel effectively; knowing and performing correct sterilization procedures; assuring minimal time loss between cases; utilizing physician preference cards.
Handles unanticipated events and crisis situations in a professional manner. Is alert to potential problems and notifies appropriate individuals as necessary.
Performs the technical procedures necessary for job responsibilities in a safe, effective, efficient, legal and professional manner. Is responsible for own education, personal growth and development. Takes timely action & appropriately plans for cases with consideration of individual needs.
Utilizes organizational assets appropriately which includes supplies, equipment, time and property. Manages room and supplies to promote use of only items needed in case and questions waste.
Establishes, maintains, and monitors the surgical environment to ensure that the potential for infection is reduced by proper sterilization, decontamination, and disinfection procedures.
Willing to assist in other roles to keep costs down and quality high.
Consistently performs appropriate counts per OR policy as evidenced by observation/chart review.
Support the Institution by operating in an efficient and cost-effective manner while projecting a positive image to the community.
Supports process improvement by addressing situations that are of concern and follows through with appropriate intervention.
The Surgical Technologist ensures that all required elements are in place for efficient completion of any and all procedures.
All other duties as assigned.
Required: Rapid City Hospital, Spearfish Hospital, and Monument Health Orthopedic Specialty Hospital:
Education – Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technology Program OR Graduate of a Military Surgical Technology Training Program
Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) - Within 60 days of hire or transfer
Education - Associate in a Healthcare related field OR the following certification
Certification - Within 12-months of hire Surgical Technician Certificate from an accredited program
Work Experience - 2+ years cardiovascular experience
Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) - Within 60 days of hire or transfer
Education - Associate degree of Applied Science in Surgical Technology
Work Experience - 1+ years of Surgical Technologist Experience; 1+ years of Healthcare Experience
Certification - Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Nation Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Heavy work - exerting up to 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and or up to 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.
Shift: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department
Regular: 70 Monument Health Orthopedic and Specialty Hospital
Make a difference. Every day.
Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Market context
In South Dakota, allied health openings often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed candidates who can start quickly and support patient care needs across clinical settings. These roles are competitive when they ask for an active state license at hire, mission alignment, and even preferred education or early experience, while offering career development, PTO, and retirement. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the employer’s values.
