Surgical Technologist - Pediatric OR

MultiCare Health System; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 75,120; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $20k sign-on bonus

Up to $10k relocation bonus

Tuition assistance

Incentive pay and shift differentials

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare provider in Tacoma is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to assist with surgical patient care and the operation room setup. This role demands proficiency in managing surgical instruments and the ability to respond to dynamic situations. Applicants should possess relevant certifications, including CPR and be prepared for both routine and emergent surgical tasks. Expect a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary ranging from $33.00 to $54.53 USD per hour.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Certified Surgical Technologist program or equivalent experience.
• National certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
• Active Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration required prior to start date.
• Health Care Provider level CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the care and preparation of the surgical patient.
• Ensure the operating room is properly set up for surgical procedures.
• Adapt to rapidly changing situations and make independent decisions.

Skills

Assisting with surgical patient care

Set-up and use of surgical instrumentation

Decision-making in emergent situations

Education

Graduate of Certified Surgical Technologist program

National certification as a Surgical Technologist

Active Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration

Health Care Provider level CPR certification

Job description

Where Kids and Families are Always First

MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington's South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience.

Mary Bridge Children's multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We're continually recognized as a 'Top Children's Hospital' by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization.

FTE: 1.0 Shift: Days Schedule: 8 hour day shifts. Call required.

Benefits and Incentives

• Potentially up to $20k sign-on bonus (qualifying external candidates)
• Potentially up to $10k relocation bonus (depending on distance of move)
• Tuition assistance (100% of tuition and fees or up to $5,250)
• Incentive pay and shift differentials
• Competitive benefits package
• Generous paid time off to support work/life balance

Position Summary

The Certified 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 Surgical Technologist has responsibility for the assembly, set‑up, and use of surgical instrumentation and equipment during surgical procedures. Work situations are primarily routine but may change rapidly to an emergent or critical situation, and may require both directed and independent decision‑making depending on the nature of the situation.

Requirements

• Graduate of Certified Surgical Technologist program or equivalent experience
• National certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred
• Active Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration required prior to start date
• Health Care Provider level CPR certification
• Previous experience preferred

Why Mary Bridge Children's?

• Mission‑driven: Partnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serve
• Award‑winning: Named 'Top Children's Hospital' for five years by the Leapfrog Group; physicians consistently named on 'Top Doctors' lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune
• Growing: New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026
• Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground‑breaking research and clinical trials
• Employee‑centric: MultiCare is consistently ranked among "America's Best Employers by State" by Forbes
• Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water views
• Explore our services atmarybridge.org

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $33.00 - $54.53 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.