Surgical Tech
JOB SUMMARY
The Surgical Tech assists the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures as directed and is responsible for adequately preparing operating suite for procedure. Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments. The Surgical Services Surgery Department includes General Surgery, Endoscopies, Orthopedics, Urology, OB-GYN and Ophthalmology.
PRINCIPLE FUNCTIONS includes the following, other duties may be assigned:
- Prepares Operating Room and field, selects instruments and packs for appropriate cases in accordance with surgeon preferences.
- Assist with surgical procedures under direction of the circulating nurse and / or practitioner in accordance with scope of practice including but not limited to passing of instruments, sponge count, and maintaining sterile field.
- Performs room turnover, decontamination of instruments, stocking, and other duties as assigned.
JOB KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Highest level of education completed, minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
Training and Experience
- Minimum of (2) year’s prior experience in either IP or OP preferred.
- Total joint experience a plus.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Washington State DOH Surgical Technologist registration required.
- American Heart Association BLS required.
- Current CST preferred.
Health & Well-Being You Can Count On
We offer a thoughtful, comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family at every stage of life:
- Medical Coverage – HDHP w/HSA / PPO
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental Options – PPO / Managed-Care Plan
- Vision Benefits – VSP
- Life & AD&D Insurance – Employer paid coverage
- Long-Term Disability Coverage – Employer paid income Protection
- Health Savings Account (HSA) – If enrolled in HDHP
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Dependent & Healthcare
- Employee & Provider Assistance Programs – Free, confidential support
- Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance – Additional employee paid buy up option
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability Coverage – Additional employee paid buy up option
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