Surgical Technologist

**Job Description****$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new part-time and full-time employees joining UW Medicine**The **UW Medical Center-Montlake Operating Rooms** have an outstanding opportunity for a **Surgical Technologist.****WORK SCHEDULE**• 40 or 36 hours per week• Day, Evening or Night Shift**POSITION HIGHLIGHTS**• Enjoy working in a state-of-the art environment, collaborating with a stable team of experienced colleagues, and receiving mentorship from distinguished clinicians/faculty at one of the nation’s top-ranked research institutions.• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures; obtain, assemble, and arrange sterile instruments and supplies used for surgical procedures; perform scrub role; and maintain patient safety throughout perioperative care.• Use effective communication skills to enhance teamwork and customer service; and be flexible and proactive to support an efficient and effective surgical environment.• Inherent to success in this position is organization, desire to work in a team-oriented academic medical setting, capability to stay abreast of current developments relevant to the position, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and knowledge of the duties of a Surgical Technologist.**DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION**The teamwork among our employees makes the department an enjoyable and exciting place to work.**PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**• Take the lead in the patient care experience by prepping and maintaining our Operating Rooms for surgical procedures• Collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and partners, from our scheduling team to surgeons• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced, problem-solving environment while maintaining vigilance of instruments and supplies used during surgical procedures• Perform scrub role while supporting patient safety a sterile environment• Support of post-operative tasks, including removal of contaminated instruments, decontamination, sterilization and turnover of the Operating Room**REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS**Completion of a Surgical Technologist program AND one year of experience assisting clinical staff in a variety of operative procedures in an operating room environment OR equivalent education/experience.**LEGAL REQUIREMENT**Registered by the State of Washington as a Surgical Technologist, or licensed in the State of Washington as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse or Physician.**ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE**UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.Excellence. Exploration. Education.**ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER**UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.**Compensation, Benefits and Position Details****Pay Range Minimum:**$35.18 hourly**Pay Range Maximum:**$50.36 hourly**Other Compensation:**$10,000 Sign-On BonusNight Shift Premium - $2.50/hour; Evening Shift Premium - $1.75/hour; Weekend Shift Premium - $2.25/hourCertification Premium - $1.25/hour**Benefits:**For information about benefits for this position, visit Work Shift (United States of America)This is a regular position**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**90.00%**Union/Bargaining Unit:**SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech**About the UW**Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.**Our Commitment**The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with .To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under .### BenefitsThere are many perks to working for the University of Washington. Learn more about the that could be available to you as a UW employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr