Surgical Technologist - Non-Certified
About The Position
Assists in the care and preparation of the surgical patient. Functions as a member of the surgical team creating and maintaining a sterile field. Knowledgeable about instruments, supplies, and equipment used during a surgical procedure. Understands the procedure being performed and has the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs. Provides care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Graduate of a school for training as surgical technologist OR Minimum one-year recent surgical technologist experience OR Minimum one-year recent central service technician experience OR Minimum two-years recent OR/Endo Support assistant experience
- Graduate of a school for training as a surgical technologist OR Minimum one year recent endoscopy experience OR Minimum 6 months’ clinical experience in a healthcare setting
- Current Washington State registration as a Surgical Technologist.
- BLS required within 30 days of hire.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the care and preparation of the surgical patient.
- Functions as a member of the surgical team creating and maintaining a sterile field.
- Knowledgeable about instruments, supplies, and equipment used during a surgical procedure.
- Understands the procedure being performed and has the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
- Possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs.
- Provides care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Excellent benefits
- Relocation assistance
- Shift differentials/premiums (Weekend & Holiday Shifts, On Call Shifts, Evening, Night, Weekend, Pharm Night, Standby, Lead, Per Diem, Certification, Trainer, Student Coord)
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- Equal Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
- Non-discrimination
- Patient Rights
- HIPAA
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
