Surgical Technician

CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional surgical care. As a Surgical Technician, you will play a vital role in the surgical team, assisting in complex procedures and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped facility, contributing to a legacy of compassionate care and innovation. With a commitment to healing the whole person, you will be part of a collaborative environment that values teamwork and professional development, making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program is required.
• Six months of experience in Cardiac Operating Room is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during invasive procedures ensuring patient safety.
• Maintain sterile technique and operate surgical equipment.

Skills

Sterile Technique

Equipment Operation

Teamwork

Education

Surgical Technology Program

Nursing Degree

Tools

BLS Certification

NCCT Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

The Surgical Technician is an integral member of the surgical team, responsible for assisting surgeons and other healthcare professionals during invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. This role requires a high level of skill in sterile technique, equipment operation, and teamwork to ensure patient safety and the efficient completion of surgical procedures.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduation from surgical technology program accredited through Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology (ARC-ST). A minimum of six months in Cardiac Operating Room work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge, skills, and abilities is preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing may be substituted for graduation from an accredited surgical technician program.
• If classified as Surgical Technician: Maintain Registration with the State of Washington. Registered nurses and/or practical nurses acting within the scope of their licensure do not need to maintain surgical technologist registration. NCCT certification.
• If classified as Surgical Technician, Certified: Current certification through the Association of Surgical Technologists is required.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.

Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.