Surgical Technologist

Adventist Health; Mosier (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, OR, seeks a Surgical Technician to assist the surgical team by preparing cases, maintaining a sterile field, and handing instruments to surgeons during procedures.

The role requires a surgical technology program and a valid Surgery Technician certification, plus CPR/BLS. Preferred are an accredited program and operating room experience; CNA certification is a plus. This position is represented by OFNHP.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Accredited surgical technology program required.
• Associate's degree or technical degree preferred.
• Surgical scrub experience preferred.
• Operating room experience or training course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for each surgical case by checking required supplies and equipment.
• Assembles sterile field and operative instrumentation for case readiness.
• Transports patients and provides clerical duties as needed.
• Counts instruments, sponges, needles with RN per established standards.
• Maintains aseptic technique and labels solutions per standards.

Skills

Sterile field maintenance

Surgical instrument handling

Team communication

Education

High School Education/GED

Accredited surgical technology program

Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent

Surgical scrub experience

Operating room experience/training course

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.

Job Summary:

Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. This position is represented by OFNHP.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

High School Education/GED or equivalent: PreferredAccredited surgical technology program: RequiredAssociate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: PreferredScrub technician experience: PreferredOperating room experience and/or training course: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

Surgery Technician certification: RequiredCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: RequiredCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS or AHA-CPR or ARC-CPR: Required

Essential Functions:

Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization.Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested.Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties.Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards.Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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