Allied / Tech - Surgical Tech

Allied / Tech - Surgical Tech

Shift Details: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, 5 shifts per week, 40 scheduled hours.

Job Order Details: Start Date 08/18/2026, End Date 11/17/2026, Duration 13 weeks.

Shift: Day 4x10-Hour (06:45 - 17:15); Variable day. Cardiac call required. (Main OR when there are not CVOR cases- integrated OR) Floating: required (to our ambulatory sister site, CHH, if needed).

Position Summary: The ST performs the delegated duties that ensure that the OR environment is safe, that equipment is cleaned and functions appropriately, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The ST possesses expertise in the application of sterile and aseptic technique; he/she combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to safely facilitate invasive and/or diagnostic procedures. The ST has the ability to manage stressful/unusual situations in a positive manner, and embraces the OHSU Core Competencies (Accountability, Collaboration, Communication, Diversity, Integrity, Respect, Service Orientation, Teamwork) into his/her practice.

Surgical Technician Role Expectations:

• Demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills/knowledge specific to perioperative services.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of sterile technique.
• Proficient in the scrub role in the surgical specialties.
• Provides fundamental components of patient comfort, safety, privacy and respect within the perioperative setting.
• Identifies and develops areas of expertise within the surgical specialties.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, and supplies.
• Performs effectively in emergent situations.
• Recognizes and effectively responds as directed in emergency situations.
• CPR certified.
• Responds appropriately as directed in a code situation.
• Manages time effectively.
• Accomplishes caseload assignments in a timely manner.
• Completes turnover of the operating room between cases before or within the established time lines.

Qualifications Required: Successful completion of a Surgical Technology program. Must have excellent communication and listening skills, the ability to work collaboratively in a team, and the flexibility to prioritize and adapt in stressful situations.

Preferred: 2 years level 1 trauma experience.

Required Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses: NBSTSA CST, BLS.

Working Conditions: Requires prioritization of multiple projects, activities, and assignments. May be exposed to excessive auditory and visual stimulation. May be exposed to body fluids, tissue, and infectious processes. Subject to computer work for several hours, as needed. Able to utilize all patient care equipment with work area.

Physical Demands & Equipment Usage:

• Standing: On concrete, vinyl, or carpeting up to 10 hours per day and intermittently.
• Sitting: Chair or stool continuous up to 8 hours per day intermittently.
• Changing positions: intermittently, as needed.
• Walking: Intermittently up to 8 hours per day on concrete, vinyl, or carpeting.
• Carrying: Up to 50 pounds (supplies, equipment, books, paper, etc) for intermittent periods and distances.
• Lifting: Up to 50 pounds (patients, equipment, supplies, books, etc.) intermittently throughout the day.
• Pushing/Pulling: Up to 50 pounds, intermittently, throughout the day.
• Bending: From the waist and knees, frequently throughout the day.
• Reaching/handling: Fine manipulation, repetitive, gross motor requiring full ROM in upper extremeties, including overhead reaching.
• Twisting: All ROM required, intermittent periods, throughout the day.