Surgical Technologist - Corvallis, OR

UnitedHealth Group•Corvallis, OR

2d•$18 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical Technicians work under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical Technologists are experts in the theory and application of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique to combine the knowledge of human anatomy and surgical procedures to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience in a Main OR
Multispecialty experience: Orthopedics, GYN, Urology, General Surgery, ENT, and Ophthalmology

Responsibilities

Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic that is consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within
Communicates appropriate information regarding patient conditions to those who require the information including, surgeons, anesthesia, management and other staff
Safely carries out physician’s orders correctly and promptly
Assists Anesthesia staff as needed
Participates in the orientation and training of new employees
Safety principles, asepsis, sterile technique and universal precautions
Assesses, anticipates and implements appropriate care throughout the surgical process
Other duties as assigned