Surgical Technician - Seattle, WA

Optum; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum in Seattle, WA, is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join our surgical team. In this role, you'll assist surgeons and ensure quality patient care by managing surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.

Qualified candidates will graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program and maintain a current state registration and BLS certification. You'll be recognized for your contributions and supported in your career development while working in an environment dedicated to improving health care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited surgical technologist program.
• Hold a current Surgical Technologist Registration in Washington.
• Current Basic Life Support certification from AHA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the assessment, planning, and implementation of surgical care.
• Maintain aseptic techniques during procedures.
• Support surgeons and other medical staff in surgical procedures.

Skills

Customer service skills

Aseptic technique

Emergency care

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technologists

Current WA State Surgical Technologist Registration

Current AHA-BLS Certification

Job description

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position in this function is responsible for working with the surgical team to insure that quality care is given to the patient. Works with team members in providing assistance to the Surgeon by being familiar with the surgical procedure, instruments, supplies and equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate Optum's commitment to superior customer service, including quality, care and concern with each and every internal and external customer
• Assumes the responsibility of a Scrub Nurse
• Functions as the Sterile Assistant to the Surgeon
• Assists in the assessment, planning and implementation of care given to the surgical patient
• Demonstrates ability to use supplies, equipment and instruments appropriately
• Follows strict principles of aseptic technique both in procedures and in processing of equipment and instrumentation
• Demonstrates competence in assisting with surgical procedures
• Demonstrates knowledge of health and safety policies and procedures, regulatory agency requirements, quality improvement process, facility and departmental policies, procedures and protocols
• Demonstrates knowledge of Universal Body Precautions
• Participates in the identification and implementation of improvements in the delivery of quality care
• Responds expediently and courteously to requests for help from patients and staff
• Uses judgment in seeking consultation from circulating Nurse and other unit Nursing staff
• Maintains composure and initiates emergency care as appropriate according to ACLS guidelines
• Works with team members in the selection of supplies, instrumentation and equipment needed for patient care
• Works with team members in the processing of sterile supplies, instruments and equipment and their replacement to proper areas
• Assists Anesthesia staff as requested
• Uses, protects, and discloses Optum patients' protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
• Performs additional duties as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technologists
• Current WA State Surgical Technologist Registration (ST)
• Current AHA- BLS Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Current ORT (Operating Room Technician) certification
• 2+ years of experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting or a busy multi-specialty ASC

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $27.00 to $37.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.