Surgical Technologist L&D

Decypher; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join their team at Joint Base Fort Lewis-McChord. This role is pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of surgical care, requiring expertise in sterile techniques and a solid foundation in surgical knowledge, particularly within the OB/GYN patient population. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment, supporting surgical teams and ensuring patient safety and comfort. With a commitment to professional development, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist or equivalent military certification required.
• One year of experience as a Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform sterile techniques and prepare patients for surgery.
• Assist surgeons by handing instruments and maintaining a safe environment.
• Clean and restock surgical supplies and equipment.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Surgical Knowledge (OB/GYN)

Education

Graduate from accredited Surgical Technology program

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) certification

Job description

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Decypher is a leading integrator of professional, technology, and management solutions and services. We provide our services globally to Federal, Commercial, Local and State clients. Our employees are our most valuable asset and play an integral role in the success of Decypher and our clients. Working at Decypher is not a job, but a career where your talent and energy is respected, and you can personally make a difference. Decypher invites you to join our professional team.

Decypher is seeking a Surgical Technologist L&D candidate to support the Joint Base Fort Lewis-McChord, Tacoma, WA.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate from Surgical Technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or completion of a formal training program provided by any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force) for surgical technicians.
• Certified as a Surgical Technologist (CST) from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or certified as a Tech-in-Surgery (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or possess a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) certification as a surgical technician and/or operating room technician.
• One year of experience as a Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician after graduation.
• Must have surgical knowledge specific to the OB/GYN patient population.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs the full spectrum of sterile techniques, setting up surgical trays, preparing and caring for patients for surgery, and assisting with post-operative dressings.
• Ensure surgical packs are cleaned and packed for sterilization after every procedure, to include restocking surgical supplies.
• Maintain a clean safe environment for the patient either by active participation in cleaning of clinical spaces, operating rooms, and medical equipment, or by guiding other personnel in the environmental maintenance.
• Hands instruments to the surgeon during the procedure by anticipating the surgeon's needs. Remains alert for complications developing during surgery such as hemorrhage, shock and cardiac arrest.
• Assists with application of dressings.
• Cleans operating room after surgery; removes and disposes of soiled and/or contaminated materials; changes linen; washes instruments and assembles them for sterilization. Replenishes sterile supplies and restocks shelves.

Compensation will be no less than that required by applicable Federal or State regulations, including as applicable, but not limited to that defined in applicable Area Wage Determination (AWD) tables as required under the Service Contract Act (SCA) $27.83 Per hour.

Additional premium rate will be added and discussed at the time of Interview.