Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to join the Operating Room team at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington. We have the following role currently available:

•   Position: Per Diem/Relief Day shift Surgical Technologist
• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, variable days
• Unit: 5 OR Suites
• Other: Davinci XI robots for general and GYN surgery
• Hospital: St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care facility that offers the intimacy of a community hospital paired with the resources of PeaceHealth, a mission driven healthcare system in the PNW

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We also offer:

• A wage range of $40.26 - $60.76, wage dependent upon several factors including surgical tech experience and terms of the SEIU Technical union contract.
• 15% relief differential in lieu of benefits 
• Additional compensation for CST 
• $3.50/hr evening shift differential for applicable hours

For questions or additional information, please reach out to the recruiter at View email address on click.appcast.io

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Position Details

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.

• 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

• Completion of a Surgical Technology Training program 
• Required: Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration
• Required: Basic Life Support Certification for healthcare provider
• 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: 1-year surgical technologist experience in a full-service Operating Room
• 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.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, 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.