Surgical Technologist - Outpatient Surgery Center

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The UW Medical Center-Northwest Outpatient Surgery Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Surgical Technologist. This position functions competently and independently within multiple specialty areas. Competitive candidates will have certification as scrub technologist and/or six months of experience as an Operating Room Technician in a hospital operating room or childbirth center. The teamwork among our employees makes the department an enjoyable and exciting place to work. Inherent to success in this position is organization, desire to work in a team-oriented academic medical setting, capability to stay abreast of current developments relevant to the position, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and knowledge of the duties of a Surgical Technologist.

Requirements

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program AND one year of experience assisting clinical staff in a variety of operative procedures in an operating room environment.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Nice To Haves

• certification as scrub technologist
• six months of experience as an Operating Room Technician in a hospital operating room or childbirth center

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in the patient care experience by prepping and maintaining our Operating Rooms for surgical procedures
• Collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and partners, from our scheduling team to surgeons
• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced, problem-solving environment while maintaining vigilance of instruments and supplies used during surgical procedures
• Perform scrub role while supporting patient safety a sterile environment
• Support of post-operative tasks, including removal of contaminated instruments, decontamination, sterilization and turnover of the Operating Room

Benefits

• Competitive candidates will have certification as scrub technologist and/or six months of experience as an Operating Room Technician in a hospital operating room or childbirth center
• Enjoy working in a state-of-the art environment, collaborating with a stable team of experienced colleagues, and receiving mentorship from distinguished clinicians/faculty at one of the nation’s top-ranked research institutions
• Pay Range Minimum: $35.47 hourly
• Pay Range Maximum: $51.59 hourly
• For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/
• Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
• UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world.
• In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree