Surgical Technologist

Proliance Surgeons; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Proliance Surgeons in Washington state is seeking a Surgical Technologist to provide hands-on support to the surgeon and OR team. The role involves handling instruments, supplies and equipment before, during, and after surgery at the Rainier ASC location.

Schedule features 4x10s with a day shift (0630-1700, Monday-Thursday). Requires graduation from an accredited program and state licensure, CPR, and preferred CST certification. Prior experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist preferred.
• Current State licensure and CPR.
• Two years of direct experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining sterile field and prepare instruments/equipment for procedures.
• Support surgeon and OR team with instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and manage supplies during surgery.
• Ensure proper inventory and function of equipment and instruments.
• Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.

Skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Clear communication

Confidentiality/HIPAA

Attendance reliability

Education

Accredited surgical technology program

Certified Surgical Technologist (preferred)

State licensure

CPR certification

2 years direct experience preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Surgical Technologist in the ASC provides technical hands-on support to the surgeon and operating room team by handling instruments, supplies and equipment before, during and after surgery.

Location: Proliance Surgery Center at Rainier

Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 0630 - 1700; 4x10s (day shift)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The key duties and responsibilities of the Surgical Technologist include, but are not limited to:

• Work with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care to the patient throughout their surgical experience.
• Maintain a friendly, positive, and caring attitude with all patients, physicians and staff.
• Properly handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon based on requests and patterns.
• Constantly monitoring for maintenance of the sterile field.
• Assist in assuring that the proper supplies, instruments, and equipment are available for the procedure.
• Assist in assuring that equipment is functioning properly.
• Monitor use of all supplies. Assist with inventory control by proper count of supplies/time used.
• Continuing education to meet State requirements and keep current with health care changes.
• Display professionalism at work and in the community as a representative of the Center.
• Take an active role on committees within the department.
• Identifies actual and potential risk to patients and others and takes action to minimize or eliminate risk and maximize safety.

Education/Experience

• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program
• Certified Surgical Technologist preferred
• Current State licensure and CPR
• Two years of direct experience is desired

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Problem solving skills
• Skill in using a computer
• Knowledge of applicable specialties
• Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective
• Ability to exhibit cooperation, flexibility, and provide assistance when interfacing with patients, physician and staff
• Ability to multi-task
• Skill in organizing and reporting information that is accurate and complete
• Understanding of the need for and evidence of consistent respect for confidentiality/HIPAA
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all staff
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Consistency and timeliness in attendance

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.