Surgical Technologist (CST)
- BLS
- LPN / LVN license
How this pay compares
This posting states $31.67–$35 an hour. Open surgical technologist jobs in Minnesota post a median of $41.50 an hour, the middle half $36.83–$44.04, across 38 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Surgical technologists employed in Minnesota earn a median of $38.56 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Surgical tech and sterile processing jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 18.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 68.9%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 1.39x · Clicks 22
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 47.4% · Stating an hourly rate 35.7%
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About the job
About the Position
This position is responsible for preparing and providing sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment to support surgical procedures. The role involves maintaining the sterile field, anticipating, and responding to the needs of the surgical team. It requires providing care and assistance to patients of all ages, including newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
What we are looking for
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist Program, or
- Minimum of 2 years of surgical scrub experience with related clinical training (e.g., LPN, Military).
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
- American Heart Association BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
- If Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), must maintain an active Minnesota LPN license.
What we offer
At Riverwood Healthcare, treating our patients well starts with treating our employees well. We provide a culture that reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff are welcoming and supportive of one another.
Depending on eligibility, there are a wide-variety of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) -retirement plan, wellness benefits with on-site fitness center, and a time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.
Please Note: Offers of employment from Riverwood Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
About us
Riverwood Healthcare Center is a 25-bed Critical Access hospital with three full-service clinics in Aitkin , McGregor, and Garrison. Riverwood has recently expanded its footprint in Aitkin with a state-of-the-art surgical center.
Just two hours from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro, this is an opportunity to live and work where others play in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods and beautiful lakes country. Enjoy access to an abundance of natural wonders, including lakes, rivers and streams, state parks, wildlife refuges, and ATV and bike trails for all your outdoor recreational activities.
Monday-Friday + call
FTE: 0.9 (72 hours PPP)
From Riverwood Healthcare's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Riverwood Healthcare hires nurses, front-office staff and lab staff in Aitkin, Minnesota.
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