Certified Surgical Scrub Technician

Wallowa Memorial Hospital; Oregon; On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Wallowa Memorial Hospital, serving the residents of Wallowa County, is seeking a Certified Surgical Scrub Technician to support surgeons and the surgical team in operative and invasive procedures. The role ensures a safe, sterile environment and efficient workflow, handling instrument preparation, counts, and aseptic technique.

You will work with Circulating RN and other professionals, participate in education and quality initiatives, and contribute to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Scrub Technician required.
• Previous acute care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and sound clinical judgment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond appropriately in urgent and emergent situations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care across diverse patient populations.
• Ability to meet the physical and functional requirements outlined in the job description.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screen and reference checks.

Responsibilities

• Assisting surgeons during operative and invasive procedures, anticipating surgical needs and maintaining sterile technique.
• Preparing operating rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment prior to scheduled procedures.
• Performing and documenting accurate surgical counts of instruments, sponges and needles, promptly addressing discrepancies.
• Assisting with patient positioning, preparation and draping while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
• Maintaining organized, sterile instrument tables and following established surgical asepsis and infection control protocols.
• Performing decontamination, cleaning, assembly, processing and sterilization of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Operating and monitoring sterilization equipment, including autoclaves, and completing required biological and chemical testing and documentation.
• Monitoring surgical inventory, maintaining adequate supply levels and preparing instrument trays and procedure kits.
• Cleaning, restocking and preparing operating rooms between procedures.
• Collaborating with surgeons, nursing staff and other departments to support safe, efficient surgical operations.
• Participating in departmental meetings, continuing education and quality improvement initiatives.

Job description

At Wallowa Memorial Hospital and Medical Clinics, we value compassion, respect and integrity in all that we do. As a member of our team, you can expect a fulfilling career alongside like-minded professionals who are dedicated to delivering premier care to the residents of Wallowa County.

We treat every employee like a valued member of the family and offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognized, world-class healthcare facility. Wallowa Memorial has been named one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation and honored as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare for 6 consecutive years.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Certified Surgical Scrub Technician plays an essential role in supporting surgeons and the surgical team during operative and invasive procedures, ensuring a safe, sterile and efficient surgical environment. This position is responsible for preparing operating rooms, anticipating surgical needs, maintaining surgical instruments and supplies, and performing decontamination, processing and sterilization in accordance with established infection control standards.

Working collaboratively with the Circulating RN, surgeons and other healthcare professionals, the Certified Surgical Scrub Technician promotes patient safety, maintains accurate surgical counts and supports high-quality care throughout the surgical process. This position also participates in departmental meetings, continuing education and performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities Include:

Assisting surgeons during operative and invasive procedures, anticipating surgical needs and maintaining sterile technique

Preparing operating rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment prior to scheduled procedures

Performing and documenting accurate surgical counts of instruments, sponges and needles, promptly addressing discrepancies

Assisting with patient positioning, preparation and draping while maintaining patient safety and comfort

Maintaining organized, sterile instrument tables and following established surgical asepsis and infection control protocols

Performing decontamination, cleaning, assembly, processing and sterilization of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies

Operating and monitoring sterilization equipment, including autoclaves, and completing required biological and chemical testing and documentation

Monitoring surgical inventory, maintaining adequate supply levels and preparing instrument trays and procedure kits

Cleaning, restocking and preparing operating rooms between procedures

Collaborating with surgeons, nursing staff and other departments to support safe, efficient surgical operations

Participating in departmental meetings, continuing education and quality improvement initiatives

If you're a detail-oriented, dependable and dedicated surgical professional with a passion for patient safety and excellence in the operating room, we'd love to hear from you! Join our Surgical Services team in delivering high-quality surgical care and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients throughout Wallowa County.

Certified Surgical Scrub Technician required

Previous acute care experience preferred

Current CPR certification required

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Basic computer knowledge

Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and sound clinical judgment

Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond appropriately in urgent and emergent situations

Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care across diverse patient populations

Ability to meet the physical and functional requirements outlined in the job description

Must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screen and reference checks

EEOC/ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:

Wallowa County Health Care District is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background and drug screenings. Please note that we adhere to federal guidelines regarding prohibited substances, including those that may be legal under state law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department for assistance.

Paper applications may be obtained at Wallowa Memorial Hospital.

Please email Crystal, Lead HR Generalist, at [e-mail] for any further inquiries.

Salary Range: $24.92 + DOE + $5.00 Relief