• Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

    PeaceHealth (Sedro Woolley, WA)


    Description

    Surgical Technologist - Operating Room for a Part time 0.75 FTE, Day position.

     

    * Hiring Bonus & Relocation Assistance May Be Available *

    **Schedule** : NO weekends and NO nights, 10 hr shift length working Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

     

    The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $37.30 – $55.92. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

     

    A 25-bed critical access hospital, PeaceHealth United General Medical Center offers advanced treatment options and short hospital stays. Discover PeaceHealth United General Medical Center and what the beautiful community of Sedro-Woolley has to offer.

    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.

    Details of the position

    + 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.

    What you bring

    + Required: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology school or recognized course of training as a Surgical Technologist

    + Preferred: One year experience as Surgical Technologist in full service operating room

    + Registered Surgical Technologist in WA required at date of hire

    + CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) preferred.

    + Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.

     

    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.

     

    For a full position description or for questions, please contact Denise Etchison @ [email protected]

     

    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. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

     

    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.

    REQNUMBER: 107292