Orthopedics OR Surgical Tech — Dynamic Role

Atlas Healthcare Partners; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Healthcare Partners is developing the Yakima Orthopedics center at 111 South 11th Avenue, Suite #220, Yakima, WA, a state-of-the-art facility for orthopedic surgery. We seek a dedicated Surgical Technician to support the operating room team by preparing and handing instruments, assisting during procedures, and maintaining sterile technique and room readiness in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications include high school diploma, BLS, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS required. Where applicable, must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.
• The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations.
• The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient.
• State-specific: Surgical technologist certification by NBSTSA, NCCT, or another approved program.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments.
• Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments, retracts tissue and operates equipment during surgery.
• Demonstrates aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges.
• Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.
• Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.
• May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.
• Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist program

Job description

Atlas Healthcare Partners is developing the Yakima Orthopedics center at 111 South 11th Avenue, Suite #220, Yakima, WA, a state-of-the-art facility for orthopedic surgery. We seek a dedicated Surgical Technician to support the operating room team by preparing and handing instruments, assisting during procedures, and maintaining sterile technique and room readiness in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications include high school diploma, BLS, and the ability to work under pressure.