Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics • Salem, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist works in Labor & Delivery at Salem Hospital as a member of a fast-paced surgical team. The role supports scheduled cesarean deliveries and urgent interventions by helping maintain a safe, sterile, and supportive environment. The unit provides 24/7 coverage, with two technologists on every shift supporting two operating rooms and approximately 250 deliveries each month. The position is part-time, scheduled for two 12-hour shifts per week from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., on variable days, with no call hours.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Meet one of the three surgical technologist qualification pathways: completion of an Oregon Health Authority-approved, nationally accredited surgical technology program and current NBSTSA certification (or certification within 12 months of program completion); completion of an eligible U.S. military or U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps surgical technologist training program and documentation of 16 hours of approved continuing education every two years; or qualifying grandfathered practice during at least two years between January 1, 2014, and January 1, 2017, with continuing education documentation as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms and sterile fields by organizing instruments, supplies, and equipment, and maintain readiness and aseptic technique.
• Verify equipment is functioning properly, manage surgical specimens, and assist with surgical site dressings.
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during cesarean sections, tubal ligations, and D&C procedures, and efficiently provide the correct instruments and supplies.
• Participate in safety practices, including time-outs, medication labeling, hand hygiene, and post-procedure debriefs.
• Prepare and monitor medications on the sterile field in accordance with safety protocols.
• Assist with patient positioning and use proper body mechanics to protect patients and team members.
• Support vaginal deliveries and assist with specimen storage and transport.
• Assist with room turnover and restocking, and order unit supplies, including approved floor-stock medications.
• Use downtime to assist with preference card updates, supply management, and stocking.
• Support non-scrub patient care duties and help orient new staff members.
• Participate in Lean-driven process improvements and promote a culture of safety and teamwork.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Clear career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed