Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

PeaceHealth•Longview, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth is seeking a full-time Surgical Technologist for the Operating Room at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington. This 1.0 FTE day-shift role works four 10-hour shifts per week, primarily from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with rotational call. The operating room has five OR suites and a Da Vinci XI system used for general and gynecological procedures. The Surgical Technologist assists the surgical team during operative procedures and is primarily responsible for preparing and maintaining the sterile field. The role includes arranging and inventorying sterile setups, passing items to the surgical team, applying aseptic principles, helping prepare and move patients, cleaning and sterilizing instruments, and assisting with room cleanup and turnover. The technologist also accesses computer information such as preference lists and digital images and participates in safety and quality initiatives. St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care medical center within PeaceHealth, a nonprofit, mission-driven healthcare system. The position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. The posted wage range is $41.87–$63.19, depending on factors including surgical technologist experience and the terms of the SEIU union contract. Additional compensation for CST certification, relocation assistance, and hiring incentives may be available.

Requirements

Completion of a Surgical Technology Training Program.
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth, development, and life stages to meet patient needs.
Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration.
Basic Life Support Certification for healthcare providers.
Well organized, detail oriented, and self-motivated.
Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others.
Ability to execute detailed procedures accurately and precisely.
Basic computer and keyboarding skills, including MS Office applications.
Understanding of operating room protocols.
Ability to handle patients without assistive equipment or devices for loads no greater than 35 pounds.
Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
Ability to move around the work area, with occasional sitting; frequent reaching, bending, squatting, kneeling, and grasping.
Vision and hearing within normal limits; glasses, contact lenses, and hearing aids are permitted.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Nice To Haves

One year of surgical technologist experience in a full-service Operating Room.
Certified Surgical Technologist certification.

Responsibilities

Assist the surgical team during operative procedures by performing technical duties.
Prepare and maintain the surgical sterile field for the operative patient.
Arrange and inventory sterile setups and pass items to the surgical team as needed.
Apply principles of asepsis and help ensure the team maintains a sterile environment.
Assist with preparation and movement of patients.
Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instrumentation.
Assist with cleanup and operating-room turnover.
Access computer information as needed, including preference lists and digital images.
Participate in safety initiatives and adhere to quality initiatives such as SCIP and SCOAP.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Full benefits package effective the first of the month following the start date.
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions.
Paid time off.
Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with additional buy-up coverage options.
Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
Wellness benefits.
Expanded employee assistance program and mental health program.
Additional compensation for CST may be available.
Relocation assistance and hiring incentives may be available.