Surgical Technologist

MultiCare Health System; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 44,854 - 74,142; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

MultiCare Health System in Tacoma, Washington, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist with patient care and prepare the operating room. Responsibilities include setting up surgical instruments and responding to critical situations under RN supervision.

This role requires Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration and a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. Competitive pay ranges from $32.56 to $53.82 per hour, with benefits that include medical, dental, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration is mandatory.
• Preferred candidates will have national certification.
• Must have Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient and operating room preparation under RN supervision.
• Assemble, set up, and use surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Respond to routine, emergent, or critical situations in the operating room.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation and equipment usage

Critical thinking

Patient preparation

Education

Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration

National certification as a Surgical Technologist (preferred)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Surgical Technologist

FTE: .75, Shift: Days, Schedule: 06:45‑17:15; variable weekdays, call required, some holiday work required.

Position Summary

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for assisting with the care and preparation of the surgical patient and the operating room under the direct supervision of an operating room RN. The role includes assembly, set‑up, and use of surgical instrumentation and equipment during procedures. Work situations are primarily routine but may change rapidly to an emergent or critical situation, requiring both directed and independent decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient and operating room preparation under RN supervision.
• Assemble, set up, and use surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Respond to routine, emergent, or critical situations in the operating room.

Qualifications

• Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration required.
• National certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Pay & Benefits

Competitive hourly rate ranging from $32.56 to $53.82 USD, adjusted for skill set, experience, and certification. Benefits include medical, dental, retirement plans, paid time off, generous PTO, Code Lavender, and Employee Assistance Programs.

Legal Notice

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