Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

$38.22 - $57.34 / hour

Description

Job Description

At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a Surgical Technologist at United General Medical Center in Sedro Wooley, Washington, you’ll be part of a close-knit collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our OR Team in the following role:

Role: Full-Time Surgical Technologist
Schedule: Four 10-hour Day shifts each week, 0630-1700. No weekends, no nights, and no call required
Unit: 2 OR Suites
Hospital: 25 bed critical access hospital

Location: Known as the gateway to adventure and small-town charm, Sedro-Wooley is home to the Northern State Recreational Area and just over an hour from the North Cascades National Park. Living in Sedro-Woolley offers the best of both worlds, a family friendly community with close proximity to the urban amenities of Bellingham and Seattle.

We offer you:

A wage range of $38.22 – $57.34.
Relocation Assistance
Hiring Bonus
A comprehensive benefits package
A mission driven healthcare system

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Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the operative patient.

Essential Functions

Arrange and inventories sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the surgical team.
Understand and apply the principles of asepsis. Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment.
Assist in preparation and moving of patients.
Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instrumentation. Assists with clean-up and room turnover.
Access computer information as needed, such as preference lists and digital images.
Participates in all safety initiatives. Adheres to programs such as SCIP and SCOAP quality initiatives.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Preferred: Accredited Program of Surgical Technology or recognized course of training in surgical technology.
Required: A Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration required by date of hire
Required: Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support Certification
Preferred: 1-year Surgical Technology work experience in a full-service OR
Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist

Skills

Well organized, detail oriented and self-motivated (Required)
Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others (Required)
Ability to execute detailed procedures with accuracy and precision (Required)
Basic computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)
Understanding of operating room protocols (Required)

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Working Conditions

Lifting

Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force

Environmental Conditions

Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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