Surgical Technologist MP

Legacy Health System•Tualatin, OR

34d•$34 - $49

About The Position

Relocation assistance available to Surgical Technologists new to Legacy! You are the go-to person when it comes to making sure every detail is in place for surgical services. On top of that, you play a vital role within the surgical field, passing the right instruments and supplies to your team with precision and care. Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, while upholding Legacy's mission of making life better for others, makes you an essential part of our collaborative and supportive healthcare community. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply for this Surgical Technologist position. Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is the South metro area's full-service medical center, with the friendly feel of a community hospital and the skill and services of a much larger medical center. Among our specialties: stroke, chest pain, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, cancer care, orthopedic and total joint surgery and a birth center and breast health center. Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center has 10 Operating Rooms including four minimally invasive suites and one DaVinci robot and Stryker Mako robot.

Requirements

1 year Surgical Technologist experience preferred.
Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program or completion of a military training program for surgical technologists.
High school diploma or equivalent, and
As of January 1, 2017, in lieu of the formal Surg Tech training program requirement, may substitute professional experience if candidate has worked 2 out of last 3 years as Surgical Technologist.
Basic level patient care skills per requirements of the position.
Basic medical terminology.
Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
Ability to understand and apply principles of sterile technique and surgical procedures within the scope of the position
Able to work in a fast paced environment and prioritize multiple assignments.
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to a changing environment and circumstances.
American Heart Association approved BLS certification required at hire.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification with the State of Oregon at hire, or within 12 months of graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program, required.
The certification requirement will be waived for candidates who have completed an appropriate training program in a branch of the United States Armed Forces or the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service.
The certification requirement will be waived for candidates who worked as a surgical technologist in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC), hospital or federal government agency between January 1, 2014 through January 1, 2017; provided that, the candidate has worked 2 out of the last 3 years as surgical technologist.
Registration as a Registered Surgical Technologist (RST) with the State of Washington required at hire.

Responsibilities

Participates as part of the surgical team in assisting nursing staff in support services necessary for safe and efficient care of patients within the various areas of surgical services.
Assist at the surgical field passing instruments and supplies to other members of the surgical team.
Participates in acquiring, preparing and equipping the surgical suites.
Assists in non-surgical patient intervention under the direct supervision of a physician or RN.
May serve as a Core Technician, with responsibility for maintaining sterile technique and providing supplies and instruments as requested.

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