Surgical Technologist - Surgical Center (1.0 FTE)

EvergreenHealth; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Paid Time Off/Vacation

Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a)

Tuition assistance

Free parking

Commuter benefits

Job summary

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, WA is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in nursing care and preparation of surgical patients, perform scrub duties, and help maintain supplies in the surgical center. Applicants should be eligible for WA Surgical Technologist registration and BLS certification, with a commitment to patient care and safety.

The position emphasizes aseptic technique, operating room procedures, and readiness to perform other duties as assigned, in a team-driven environment with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Surgical Technologist registration in Washington State.
• Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.
• Knowledge of age-specific care requirements.
• Willingness to complete the surgical technologist skills checklist.

Responsibilities

• Knows and follows correct procedures for aseptic techniques.
• Understands operating room techniques and applies them professionally.
• Prepares and knows uses of equipment and supplies used for surgical procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Operating room procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surgical Technologist registration in Washington State

Healthcare Provider BLS certification

NBSTSA Certification

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Wage Range: $33.37 - $53.40 per hour

Bonus: $10,000 Bonus for those new to EvergreenHealth with a minimum of 2 years of current Surgery Tech experience.

Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.

Job Summary

Assists in nursing care and preparation of surgical patient by performance of routine and delegated duties according to standards and policies of the Evergreen Surgical Center. Performs scrub duties and related procedures. Performs housekeeping duties as necessary and assists in maintenance of all supplies; maintains education in surgical, operating room, and related aspects of nursing care.

Primary Duties

1. Knows and follows correct procedures for aseptic techniques.


2. Understands all aspects of operating room techniques both routine and special procedures and applies them in a professional manner.


3. Prepares and knows the specific uses of all equipment and supplies used for surgical procedures.


4. Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience

REQUIRED for the position:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Surgical Technologist registration in Washington State.


• Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire


• Knowledge and training to care for the specific age group under his or her care.


• Able to demonstrate or to acquire skills to complete surgical technologist skills checklist.


• Accountable for practice, commitment to patient care, and commitment to uphold the Patient Bill of Rights.

DESIRED for the position:

• NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) Certification


• 1 year as an Operating Room Technician Current

Benefit Information:

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At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Medical, vision and dental insurance


• On-demand virtual health care


• Health Savings Account


• Flexible Spending Account


• Life and disability insurance


• Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)


• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees


• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program


• Paid Time Off/Vacation


• Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave


• Paid holidays


• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance


• Voluntary identity theft protection


• Voluntary legal insurance


• Pay in lieu of benefits premium program


• Free parking


• Commuter benefits

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