Surgical Technologist

Military Health Research Foundation•Tacoma, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Military & Health Research Foundation (MHRF) is seeking an experienced Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician to support surgical teams at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The role supports a wide range of procedures, including routine, complex, high-risk, trauma, emergency, and OB/GYN procedures. The technician prepares patients, operating rooms, instruments, supplies, and specialized equipment, maintaining strict sterile and aseptic technique and patient safety in high-pressure situations. The position requires recent relevant experience, knowledge of surgical instruments and OR equipment, effective communication, and the ability to meet government qualification, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements. Work is under a personal services arrangement. Candidates must have the specified education or military training, an accepted certification or military occupational specialty certification, BLS, and at least one year of qualifying experience within the past two years. Familiarity with Labor and Delivery and obstetric procedures is required. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and meet TB testing, background/security investigation, drug screening, and DHA vaccination requirements. Contract workers are expected to maintain good personal hygiene and a well-groomed, professional appearance in accordance with the policy at the place of performance. MHRF is a nonprofit foundation focused on medical research and solutions for military and civilian healthcare. It offers a competitive compensation package and promotes from within whenever possible. Compensation for this role is $34.00 per hour.

Requirements

U.S. citizen.
Graduate of a Surgical Technology program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES, or completion of a formal surgical technician, surgical technologist, or operating room technician training program provided by the U.S. Army, Navy, or Air Force.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from NBSTSA, Tech-in-Surgery (TS-C) certification from NCCT, or military occupational specialty certification as a surgical technician and/or operating room technician.
BLS.
At least one year of qualifying experience in the past two years as a Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician.
Familiarity with Labor and Delivery and obstetric procedures.
Must pass a TB test.
Subject to a background/security investigation.
Willingness to comply with DHA vaccination requirements.
Must complete pre-employment drug screening.
Must maintain good personal hygiene and a well-groomed, professional appearance in accordance with policy at the place of performance.
Must be able to effectively communicate with patients and healthcare professionals and meet government qualification, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform sterile and aseptic techniques throughout surgical procedures.
Prepare, organize, and maintain surgical instruments, trays, supplies, and equipment.
Prepare, position, secure, and drape patients for surgery.
Transport and prepare patients for surgery, including verifying identification, chart information, and preoperative requirements.
Assist the surgical team during routine, complex, high-risk, trauma, and emergency procedures.
Anticipate surgeon and anesthesiologist needs and provide instruments and supplies during procedures.
Monitor for surgical complications such as hemorrhage, shock, or cardiac arrest and respond immediately as directed.
Perform accurate sponge, needle, instrument, and sharp counts under RN supervision.
Measure and document blood and fluid loss.
Set up, operate, and perform basic maintenance on OR equipment, including suction, cautery, surgical lights, microscopes, defibrillators, and other specialized systems.
Maintain a clean and safe operating room environment before, during, and after procedures.
Clean, disinfect, process, and prepare instruments and equipment for sterilization.
Restock sterile supplies and maintain adequate inventory for assigned surgical services.
Assist with postoperative dressings and patient care.
Provide specialized surgical support for OB/GYN procedures, including cesarean sections and hysterectomies.
Communicate and immediately report significant events or changes to the RN or officer in charge and document notifications.
Float or cross-train within similar specialties when assigned and based on demonstrated competency.