Surgical Technologist (Surg/Scrub Tech) - Per Diem

Proliance Surgeons; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Proliance Surgeons is seeking a qualified Surgical Technologist to provide hands-on support to the surgeon and operating room team in the ASC, handling instruments, supplies and equipment before, during and after surgery.

The role demands graduation from an accredited surgical technology program, current state licensure and CPR, and preferably certification as a Surgical Technologist. Two years of direct experience are desired, with a commitment to patient safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon and OR team with instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Maintain sterile field and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Anticipate surgeon needs based on requests and patterns.
• Monitor supplies and assist with inventory control and usage tracking.
• Participate in continuing education to meet state requirements.
• Represent the center with professionalism in all interactions.

Skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited surgical technology program

Certified Surgical Technologist

State licensure and CPR

Two years direct experience

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.