OB Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 47,968 - 72,020; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage range: $34.82 – $52.28 per hour

Shift differentials up to $4.50 per hour

Relocation assistance

Hiring bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Part-time Night Shift OB Surgical Technologist for St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, WA. This role involves providing exceptional patient care by preparing sterile setups for surgeries and ensuring the safety and comfort of patients. Candidates should have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and preferably one year of experience as a Surgical Technologist. Join a collaborative team in a mission-driven healthcare system that offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience as a Surgical Technologist, preferably with obstetrical and gynecologic surgeries.
• Knowledge of age-specific growth and development principles for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and inventory sterile set-up for operations.
• Apply asepsis principles and maintain sterile field.
• Assist with patient preparation and room turnover.
• Participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Well organized

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Ability to coordinate activities

Basic computer/key-boarding skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program

Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration

Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At PeaceHealth, our vision is that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As an OB Surgical Technologist at St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Washington, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that ensures our patients receive exceptional care.

Position Details

• Position: Part‑time Night Shift OB Surgical Technologist
• Schedule: Two 12‑hour night shifts per week (7:00 pm – 7:30 am)
• Unit: 10‑bed Labor & Delivery unit with 2 OR suites
• Hospital: St. Joseph Medical Center – 253‑bed acute care hospital with level II trauma center
• Location: Bellingham, WA – scenic city on Bellingham Bay with Mount Baker, 45 min south of Vancouver, BC and 90 mi north of Seattle

Essential Functions

• Arrange and inventory sterile set‑up for operations and pass items as needed to the surgical team.
• Apply asepsis principles; establish and maintain sterile field and ensure team adheres to it.
• Assist with patient preparation, movement, and turning of rooms.
• Cleans, disinfects, sterilizes instruments; assist with room turnover.
• Assist in vaginal births.
• Access computer information such as preference lists and digital images.
• Maintain unit supplies – requisition, receive, stock rooms and supply areas; manage inventory control.
• Participate in safety initiatives, including SCIP and SCOAP quality programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program or recognized training course.
• Minimum one year experience as a Surgical Technologist, preferably with obstetrical and gynecologic surgeries.
• Knowledge of age‑specific growth and development principles for patient care.
• Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration.
• Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).

Required Skills

• Well organized, detail oriented, and self‑motivated.
• Ability to coordinate activities and collaborate with others.
• Ability to execute detailed procedures accurately and precisely.
• Basic computer/key‑boarding skills, including MS Office.
• Understanding of operating‑room protocols.

Working Conditions

• Patient handling: No greater than 35 lbs without equipment.
• Physical demands: Frequent lifting up to 15 lbs, occasionally 20 lbs; push/pull up to 20 lbs frequently, up to 30 lbs occasionally; frequent reaching, bending, squatting, kneeling, grasping.
• Environmental exposure: Biohazard, body fluids, airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals.
• Vision/hearing: Normal limits required; glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted.

Benefits

• Wage range: $34.82 – $52.28 per hour (contract increase in June).
• Shift differentials up to $4.50 per hour.
• Relocation assistance.
• Hiring bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 403b retirement plan with employer match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, wellness benefits, EAP).
• Mission‑driven healthcare system.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. Multiple openings may exist.

PeaceHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/affirmative action. Veterans/Disabled. In compliance with local, state, and federal laws.