Operating Room Surgical Tech — Scrub Specialist

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Northwest in Salem, Oregon is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the daytime OR team. You will scrub for procedures, coordinate with circulating staff, and support population-based care with a focus on patient safety and efficiency.

The role requires knowledge of sterile technique, OR procedures, and strong hands-on dexterity, with collaboration across the health care team and adherence to Kaiser Permanente policies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology.
• Basic Life Support required at hire.
• Surgical Technologist Certificate required at hire.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and OR procedures.
• Able to follow instruction.

Responsibilities

• Performs scrub role during surgical procedures and coordinates with OR staff.
• Maintains sterile technique and prepares instruments and supplies.
• Supports intraoperative patient care and team communication.
• Ensures patient safety and assists with room turnovers.

Skills

Sterile technique

Operating room procedures

Dexterity

Team communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology

Job description

Kaiser Permanente Northwest in Salem, Oregon is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the daytime OR team. You will scrub for procedures, coordinate with circulating staff, and support population-based care with a focus on patient safety and efficiency.

The role requires knowledge of sterile technique, OR procedures, and strong hands-on dexterity, with collaboration across the health care team and adherence to Kaiser Permanente policies.