Surgical Technologist - Labor and Delivery

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 47,899 - 69,679; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Washington is looking for a Surgical Technologist for the Childbirth Center at UW Medical Center – Northwest in Seattle. This role requires preparation and maintenance of operating rooms for surgical procedures and supports post-operative tasks.

Ideal candidates hold a Surgical Technologist certification and have at least one year of experience. Pay ranges from $34.77 to $50.58 per hour, with additional evening, night, and weekend differentials.

Competitive benefits are available upon request.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience assisting clinical staff in operative procedures.
• Equivalently, equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient care experience by preparing and maintaining operating rooms.
• Collaborate with scheduling team, surgeons, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure instrument and supply vigilance.

Skills

Surgical Technologist certification

Teamwork

Strong organization skills

Communication skills

Education

Completion of a Surgical Technologist program

Job description

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST – Childbirth Center

UW Medical Center – Northwest, Seattle, Washington.

Work Schedule

• Per Diem
• Night Shift

Position Highlights

• Work in a state‑of‑the‑art environment with experienced colleagues and mentorship from distinguished clinicians.
• Responsible for preparing and maintaining operating rooms for surgical procedures.
• Competitive candidates have certification as scrub technologist and/or at least six months of experience as an Operating Room Technician.
• Team‑oriented academic medical setting requiring strong organization and communication skills.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Lead patient care experience by preparing and maintaining ORs.
• Collaborate with scheduling team, surgeons, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain a dynamic, problem‑solving environment while ensuring instrument and supply vigilance.
• Perform scrub role supporting patient safety and a sterile environment.
• Support post‑operative tasks: removal of contaminated instruments, decontamination, sterilization, and turnover of the OR.

Required Position Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program and at least one year of experience assisting clinical staff in operative procedures, or equivalent education/experience.

Compensation

• Hourly pay range: $34.77–$50.58.
• Shift differentials: Evening (+$1.75/hr), Night (+$5.00/hr), Weekends (+$4.00/hr).

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package (details available on request).

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.