Surgical Technologist
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist supports nursing staff and the surgical team in delivering safe and efficient patient care across surgical services. The role includes passing instruments and supplies at the surgical field, helping acquire and prepare surgical suites, and assisting with non-surgical patient interventions under the direct supervision of a physician or RN. The technologist may also serve as a Core Technician, maintaining sterile technique and providing requested supplies and instruments. The position is at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center in Northwest Portland, a facility recognized for specialty programs and clinical excellence. The posting notes that relocation assistance is available to Surgical Techs new to Legacy.
Requirements
- Basic-level patient care skills appropriate to the position.
- Basic medical terminology.
- Keyboard skills and the 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.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple assignments.
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing environments and circumstances.
- American Heart Association-approved BLS certification required at hire.
- For Oregon employees: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification with the State of Oregon at hire, or within 12 months of graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program. The requirement is waived for the specified military or Commissioned Corps training, or qualifying surgical technologist experience from January 1, 2014 through January 1, 2017, including work in 2 of the last 3 years.
- For Washington employees: Registration as a Registered Surgical Technologist (RST) with the State of Washington required at hire.
- Education: Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program or completion of a military training program for surgical technologists; alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent and, as of January 1, 2017, qualifying professional experience working 2 of the last 3 years as a Surgical Technologist may substitute for the formal training program requirement.
Nice To Haves
- One year of Surgical Technologist experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate as part of the surgical team in assisting nursing staff with support services needed for safe and efficient patient care in surgical services.
- Assist at the surgical field by passing instruments and supplies to other members of the surgical team.
- Participate in acquiring, preparing, and equipping surgical suites.
- Assist with non-surgical patient intervention under the direct supervision of a physician or RN.
- May serve as a Core Technician, maintaining sterile technique and providing supplies and instruments as requested.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance is available to Surgical Techs new to Legacy.
- Employee benefits are referenced in the posting, but specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
