Surgical Technologist

Proliance Surgeons•Lakewood, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At Proliance Surgeons our patients come from all walks of life — and so do we. We hire and support people from diverse backgrounds, fostering growth and development to make Proliance a great place to work. Our unique experiences and perspectives help us deliver Exceptional Outcomes, Personally Delivered. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefit and pay package including health coverage, 401k with match and profit share, PTO and more! For further details regarding Benefits and Washington State Minimum Wage details please visit our careers page at www.proliancesurgeons.com/careers. Compensation during the offer process will be determined based on factors such as compensation structure, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Be Part of Who We Are! Position Summary The Surgical Technologist in the ASC provides technical hands-on support to the surgeon and operating room team by handling instruments, supplies and equipment before, during and after surgery. Location: Proliance Puget Sound Surgery Center (Lakewood; part of Puget Sound Orthopaedics) Facility hours: Monday through Friday (no weekends, no nights, no call) Schedule: 4x10s day shift, 0645-1715 Sign-on bonus: $5,000

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program
Current State licensure and CPR
Problem solving skills
Skill in using a computer
Knowledge of applicable specialties
Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective
Ability to exhibit cooperation, flexibility, and provide assistance when interfacing with patients, physician and staff
Ability to multi-task
Skill in organizing and reporting information that is accurate and complete
Understanding of the need for and evidence of consistent respect for confidentiality/HIPAA
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all staff
Ability to communicate clearly
Consistency and timeliness in attendance

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist preferred
Two years of direct experience is desired

Responsibilities

Work with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care to the patient throughout their surgical experience.
Maintain a friendly, positive, and caring attitude with all patients, physicians and staff.
Properly handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.
Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon based on requests and patterns.
Constantly monitoring for maintenance of the sterile field.
Assist in assuring that the proper supplies, instruments, and equipment are available for the procedure.
Assist in assuring that equipment is functioning properly.
Monitor use of all supplies. Assist with inventory control by proper count of supplies/time used.
Continuing education to meet State requirements and keep current with health care changes.
Display professionalism at work and in the community as a representative of the Center.
Take an active role on committees within the department.
Identifies actual and potential risk to patients and others and takes action to minimize or eliminate risk and maximize safety.