Surgical Technologist

Overview

Relocation assistance available to Surgical Technologists new to Legacy!

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 Meridian Park Medical Center is the South metro area's full-service medical center, with the friendly feel of a community hospital and the skill and services of a much larger medical center. Among our specialties: stroke, chest pain, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, cancer care, orthopedic and total joint surgery and a birth center and breast health center. Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center has 10 Operating Rooms including four minimally invasive suites and one DaVinci robot and Stryker Mako robot.

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:

• Basic level patient care skills per requirements of the position.

• Basic medical terminology.

• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

• Ability to understand and apply principles of sterile technique and surgical procedures within the scope of the position

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple assignments.

• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to a changing environment and circumstances.

LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION:

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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Licensure

All employees:

• American Heart Association approved BLS certification required at hire.

Oregon Employees:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification with the State of Oregon at hire, or within 12 months of graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program, required.

• The certification 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 certification 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.

Washington Employees:

• Registration as a Registered Surgical Technologist (RST) with the State of Washington required at hire.