What are the responsibilities and job description for the SURGICAL TECHNICIAN - OPERATING ROOM position at Northwest Specialty Hospital?
Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a passionate Surgical Technologist to join our OR Team!
This position will be 4 10-hour shifts a week!
Our hospital has 8 operating rooms, 3 procedure rooms, and 30 inpatient beds. We perform surgeries in a variety of specialties such as Ortho, Spine, Gynecological, ENT, Plastics, Digestive, Bariatric, and General Surgery. Our surgery schedule generally runs Monday-Friday and call of our OR staff is minimal. Under the supervision of the Surgical Services Manager and at the direction of Registered Nurses, you will perform scrubbing and assisting duties within and support of the sterile field during operative procedures and assure proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation and equipment. You will be required to demonstrate knowledge of equipment, instruments, armamentarium, procedures, implants and supplies used in the operating room. You must be able to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact, stamina and endurance.
Qualifications and Preferred Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate ST program, CST certification or documented performance in role.
- Must be able to achieve BLS certification within 60 days of employment.
- Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
- Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement.
- Previous experience is preferred.
About Northwest Specialty Hospital:
Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 10 operating rooms and 30 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.
Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient focused approach, and robust benefits package!
Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:
- Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs and holiday parties
- Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
- A generous 401K retirement plan
- A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
- Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
- Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance
**Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.**
