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Avera Health is seeking a detail-oriented Surgical Technologist to support safe, efficient surgical care in our collaborative OR team. In this on-site role, you will prepare operating rooms, arrange instruments and supplies, and maintain strict sterile technique. You will anticipate surgeon needs, assist during procedures, and ensure accurate counts and specimen handling. Working within Avera's compassionate, patient-centered culture, you will help optimize outcomes while growing professionally in a supportive healthcare network. Responsibilities Prepare operating rooms, equipment, and supplies according to surgical procedure requirements Maintain strict sterile technique and aseptic conditions throughout procedures Anticipate surgeon and team needs, passing instruments and supplies efficiently Perform accurate counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments with circulating nurse Handle, label, and care for specimens according to policy Assist with room turnover, cleaning, and restocking between cases Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia providers to support patient safety Follow all infection prevention, safety, and hospital protocols Participate in ongoing training and quality improvement efforts Required Skills Sterile technique and aseptic practices Surgical instrumentation and tray setup Operating room preparation and turnover Assisting with intraoperative procedures Infection control and patient safety Use of surgical equipment and technology Counting sponges, sharps, and instruments Specimen handling and labeling Electronic health record documentation Team communication in OR setting