Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist Hourly Range $25.00 - $40.00 (This is a union position, rate will be decided on years of experience and non-negotiable). Certified Surgical Technologist Full-Time Evenings. Looking for an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist to join the team at Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon. Coos Bay Oregon isn't just a place to grow your career but a Pacific North West paradise. Bay Area Hospital is along the Oregon Coast line which gives you access to some of the best PNW beaches, hiking, and dune bugging. Position Summary Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the assistant helps the physician performing a surgical procedure by establishing and maintaining a sterile field in the O.R., setting up equipment, scrubbing in, handing instruments and supplies to the surgeon. The assistant also assists the surgical team by preparing the patient for transport out of the O.R. and cleaning the O.R. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Establishing and maintaining a sterile field. Procedure-specific preparation and instrument/equipment set-up; ensuring all equipment and supplies are available/at hand. Handing off instruments/supplies to surgeon. Management of medications on the sterile field. Operation of laser and management of chest and wound drainage. Management of anatomical and body fluid specimens. Care of staples/sutures. Surgical instrument and supply counts. Applying dressings. Assisting with preparations for transport of patient out of the O.R. Assisting the team with cleaning and set up of the O.R. in preparation for the next case. Must be able to take call nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis; must be within 20 minute travel time to hospital. Skills and Abilities Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location. Functions appropriately in a crisis/emergency situation. Ability to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English language. Education & Certifications American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the start of employment. National certification as a Surgical Technician. State license requirements: Oregon. Experience Recent (within past 2 years) experience in acute hospital operating room preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr