Surgical Technologist

Military Health Research Foundation•Tacoma, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Military & Health Research Foundation (MHRF) seeks an experienced Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician to support surgical teams at Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC), Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). The technician supports surgical procedures by preparing patients, operating rooms, instruments, supplies, and specialized equipment while maintaining strict sterile and aseptic techniques. The role supports routine, complex, high-risk, trauma, emergency, and OB/GYN procedures. The technician prepares and positions patients, sets up instruments and equipment, assists the surgical team, anticipates team needs, performs surgical counts, assists with postoperative dressings, and maintains a clean and safe operating room. The position requires recent surgical technician or operating room technician experience, knowledge of surgical instruments and specialized OR equipment, and the ability to maintain aseptic technique, respond quickly and accurately to emergencies, communicate effectively, and protect patient safety in high-pressure situations. The employee must meet government qualification, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements and work under a personal services arrangement. Candidates must have the required education, training, experience, certification, and documented competency and be able to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Graduate from 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 a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, or Air Force).
Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) from NBSTSA, certification as a Tech-in-Surgery (TS-C) from NCCT, or a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) certification as a surgical technician and/or operating room technician.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
At least one year of qualifying experience within the past two years as a Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician.
Familiarity with Labor and Delivery and obstetric procedures.
Pass a TB test.
Subject to a background/security investigation.
Willingness to comply with DHA vaccination requirements.
Pass pre-employment drug screening.
Maintain good personal hygiene and a well-groomed, professional appearance in accordance with policy at the place of performance.

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 operating room 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.