Surgical Technologist: High-Impact OR Support (Evenings)

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking a certified surgical technologist to join the operating room team in Salem, Oregon. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other specialists to maintain sterile fields and support safe, high-quality surgical care.

Responsibilities include preparing rooms, passing instruments, monitoring medications on the sterile field, and supporting post-procedure debriefs. Must have a surgical technology program completion, BLS, and proper certification.

Qualifications

• Completion of a surgical technology educational program accredited by a national accreditation organization.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Certified Surgical Technologist with a valid credential from NBSTSA, NCCT, or JCAHPO.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms and establish sterile fields with instruments and supplies.
• Support surgeons and the surgical team by passing instruments and monitoring medications on the sterile field.
• Participate in hand hygiene, patient verification, time-outs, labeling, and post-procedure debriefs to ensure patient safety.
• Prepare instruments for transport to Sterile Processing and reprocessing.
• Restock supplies, assist with room turnover, and support unit operations.

Education

Surgical technology program / degree

Tools

NBSTSA / NCCT / JCAHPO certification

Job description

Salem Health is seeking a certified surgical technologist to join the operating room team in Salem, Oregon. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other specialists to maintain sterile fields and support safe, high-quality surgical care.

Responsibilities include preparing rooms, passing instruments, monitoring medications on the sterile field, and supporting post-procedure debriefs. Must have a surgical technology program completion, BLS, and proper certification.