Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services.  CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

$12,000 Sign On Bonus Eligible!!

CHI St. Alexius is looking for Surgical Scrub Techs to join the team!

Works under the general supervision of the Director & Clinical Supervisors.  Provides and performs patient care surgical technologist services associated with the overall operation of Surgical Services in accordance with the mission and philosophy of CHI St. Alexius Health.

What You'll Do:

• Consistently keeps assigned Operating Room clean and orderly; supplies and equipment are returned to proper stock point.
• Sets up, maintains and monitors the sterile field assures the highest standards of sterile technique are maintained during the procedure. 

• Communicates with RN, accepts and follows through with delegated assignments.

• Provides assistance to physicians, patients, anesthesia, staff, family members, and visitors as necessary. 

• Performs counts in collaboration with the RN prior to start of case, at appropriate intervals and according to policy. 

• Participates actively in the Time-out process and remains still throughout the process.

• Passes instruments to surgeon during the procedure. 

• Anticipates surgeons needs during the procedure.

• Maintains work operations by following policies and procedures. 

• Assures all medications and solutions are labelled and delivered safely.

• Performs other duties assigned by Director or Clinical Supervisor.

Education: Associate degree from an approved school of Surgical Technology preferred.

License/Certifications: Must be registered on the North Dakota Board of Nursing Unlicensed Assistive Persons (UAP) Registry. Must be a Certified Surgical Technician or gain your CST within 90 days of employment.

Experience: No previous experience required, other than clinical lab with schooling. 

Skills: Ability to organize assignments and work under pressure.  Basic Life Support Certification within 480 hours of employment and meets re-certification as required.