Surgical Technologist (Surge Tech)

Resolution Think LLC.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Resolution Think LLC. in Tacoma, WA seeks an experienced Surgical Technician to support operations at Madigan Army Medical Center, JBLM.

The role involves preparing patients, operating rooms, instruments and supplies, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting during a wide range of procedures including OB/GYN, trauma, and routine surgeries. The ideal candidate has recent OR tech experience, knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment, and the ability to respond quickly in emergencies

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Surgical Technology program accredited by CAAHEP/ABHES or equivalent military training.
• Must possess CST/TS-C or MOS certification as surgical tech or OR tech.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and position patients for surgery.
• Set up surgical instruments and equipment and maintain sterile environment.
• Assist during procedures and anticipate surgeon needs.
• Perform surgical counts and assist with postoperative dressings.
• Maintain patient safety and communicate with the surgical team in high-pressure situations.

Skills

Surgical experience

Aseptic technique

Team communication

Emergency response

Education

Surgical Technology program

Military training in OR tech

Tools

Surgical equipment

Job description

We are seeking experienced Surgical Technicians/Operating Room Technicians to support surgical teams at Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC), Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). The Surgical Technician supports surgical procedures by preparing patients, operating rooms, instruments, supplies, and specialized equipment while maintaining strict sterile and aseptic techniques.

The position supports a wide range of surgical procedures, including routine, complex, high-risk, trauma, and OB/GYN procedures. Responsibilities include preparing and positioning patients, setting up surgical instruments and equipment, assisting during procedures, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, performing surgical counts, assisting with postoperative dressings, and maintaining a clean and safe operating room environment.

The ideal candidate will have recent Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician experience, strong knowledge of surgical instruments and specialized OR equipment, and the ability to maintain aseptic technique throughout surgical procedures. The technician must be able to respond quickly and accurately to surgical emergencies, communicate effectively with the surgical team, and maintain patient safety in high-pressure situations.

This role requires a dependable healthcare professional who can meet government qualification, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements while working under a personal services arrangement. Candidates must possess the required education, training, experience, certification, and documented competency for the position and be able to effectively communicate with patients and healthcare professionals.

Minimum Requirements:

• US Citizen
• Degree/Education: Graduate from Surgical Technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or completion of a formal training program provided by any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, or Air Force) for surgical technicians, surgical technologists or operating room technicians.
• Board Certification: (see base contract PWS 1.57.3): Certified as a Surgical Technologist (CST) from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or certified as a Tech-in-Surgery (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or possess a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) certification as a surgical technician and/or operating room technician.
• BLS
• Experience: A minimum of one (1) year qualifying experience in the past two years as a Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician. Familiarity with Labor and Delivery and Obstetric procedures is required.
• Professional Certification(s): Certificate, and BLS