Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist

US-OR-SILVERTON

Job ID : 24-37995

Type : Regular Full-Time

Silverton Family Medicine and UC

Overview

Relocation assistance available to Surgical Technologists new to Legacy Health!

You are the go-to person ensuring that every detail is arranged for surgical services. You’re also an important presence within the surgical field, as you pass proper instruments and supplies to other members of the surgical team. Your ability to work in a fast-paced environment as you carry on the Legacy mission of making life better for others will allow you to thrive in our supportive healthcare community.

Legacy Silverton Medical Center serves the heart of the Willamette Valley with a wide mix of services, many not typically available in a community hospital : CT scan (computerized tomography), nuclear medicine, echocardiography, family birth center and much more.

Responsibilities

The Surgical Technologist participates as part of the surgical team in assisting nursing staff in support services necessary for safe and efficient care of patients within the various areas of surgical services. This individual assist at the surgical field passing instruments and supplies to other members of the surgical team. Participates in acquiring, preparing and equipping the surgical suites. Assists in non-surgical patient intervention under the direct supervision of a physician or RN. May serve as a Core Technician, with responsibility for maintaining sterile technique and providing supplies and instruments as requested.

Qualifications

Experience :

One year of experience as a surgical technologist preferred.

Education :

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) required.
• The education requirement will be waived for candidates who have completed an appropriate training program in a branch of the United States Armed Forces or the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service.
• The education requirement will be waived for candidates who worked as a surgical technologist in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC), hospital or federal government agency between January 1, 2014 through January 1, 2017; provided that, the candidate has worked 2 out of the last 3 years as surgical technologist.

Skills :

LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION :

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Vet / Disabled.

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