Surgical Technologist

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Harborview Operating Rooms has an outstanding opportunity for a Surgical Technologist. This is a Part-Time position, 36 Hours per week, with a Day/Evening Shift. Work in a technological, fast-paced, and exciting department. Utilize knowledge of operations of individual pieces of equipment and skillfully maintain instruments and supplies to meet the demands of the department. The Surgeons in the Harborview Operating Room are world-renowned, with clients from all over the country. Work with many tools that are technologically advanced and are on the cutting edge for many types of procedures. 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 OR equivalent education/experience.
• Registered by the State of Washington as a Surgical Technologist, or licensed in the State of Washington as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse or Physician.

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

• Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree