Surgical Tech - Per Diem
About The Position
The Surgical Technician performs tasks before, during, and after surgery to assist the surgical team. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room and arranging instruments and supplies, assisting with patient positioning, scrubbing and putting on surgical attire, helping team members gown and glove, passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, cutting sutures, applying dressings, and counting sponges, needles, and instruments. The role also includes washing and sterilizing equipment and cleaning the operating room. The Central Supply Technician duties include cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling hospital equipment, supplies, and instruments according to prescribed procedures and techniques, and storing prepared articles and supplies in designated areas.
Requirements
- One-year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Registration as a Surgical Technologist in Washington State is required.
- BLS certification is required upon hire or within 30 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in central supply preferred.
Responsibilities
- Place equipment and supplies in the operating room and arrange instruments according to instructions.
- Assist team members with placing and positioning the patient on the operating table.
- Scrub arms and hands and don a gown and gloves; assist team members with gowns and gloves.
- Hand instruments and supplies to the surgeon, hold retractors, cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed during surgery.
- Apply dressings to the patient following surgery.
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operations.
- Wash and sterilize equipment using germicides and sterilizers.
- Clean the operating room.
- Clean, sterilize, and assemble hospital equipment, supplies, and instruments according to prescribed procedures and techniques.
- Store prepared articles and supplies in designated areas.
Benefits
- Eligible for up to 5% of annual salary through the incentive program.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Retirement plan with employer contributions.
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