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Legacy Health · 1 day ago

Surgical Technologist

Silverton, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$33/hr - $48/hr

1+ years exp

Legacy Health is a supportive healthcare community focused on making life better for others. The Surgical Technologist is responsible for ensuring that every detail is arranged for surgical services and plays a crucial role in assisting the surgical team by passing instruments and supplies.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

The Surgical Technologist participates as part of the surgical team in assisting nursing staff in support services necessary for safe and efficient care of patients within the various areas of surgical services

This individual assist at the surgical field passing instruments and supplies to other members of the surgical team

Participates in acquiring, preparing and equipping the surgical suites

Assists in non-surgical patient intervention under the direct supervision of a physician or RN

May serve as a Core Technician, with responsibility for maintaining sterile technique and providing supplies and instruments as requested

Qualification

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)Basic medical terminologyBLS certificationSterile techniquePatient care skillsKeyboard skillsFast-paced environmentFlexibility

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) required

American Heart Association approved BLS certification required at hire

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification with the State of Oregon at hire, or within 12 months of graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program, required

Registration as a Registered Surgical Technologist (RST) with the State of Washington required at hire

The education requirement will be waived for candidates who have completed an appropriate training program in a branch of the United States Armed Forces or the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service

The education requirement will be waived for candidates who worked as a surgical technologist in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC), hospital or federal government agency between January 1, 2014 through January 1, 2017; provided that, the candidate has worked 2 out of the last 3 years as surgical technologist

Basic level patient care skills per requirements of the position

Basic medical terminology

Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions

Ability to understand and apply principles of sterile technique and surgical procedures within the scope of the position

Able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple assignments

Flexibility and willingness to adapt to a changing environment and circumstances