Surgical Technologist - Supplemental at Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists

 Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists is looking for a Surgical Technologist to join our growing Ambulatory Surgery Center.

NWOS is closed on all weekends and major holidays. No night shifts or on-call. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares instruments and supplies for each case in an efficient and effective manner.
• Anticipates surgeon needs by promptly providing correct items as needed.
• Utilizes preference cards and surgery schedule prior to each case.
• Utilize equipment and supplies in a cost-effective manner. Maintain the integrity of supplies, equipment and instruments, and reports concerns appropriately.
• Assists with prompt turnover and start of surgical cases to actively promote productivity and efficient case flow.
• Performs surgical scrub and gowns and gloves self and others using aseptic technique.
• Conducts sponge and needle counts with RN per procedure.
• Distributes and disposes of biohazards appropriately and practices standard precautions at all times.
• Runs autoclave and documents results according to department policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Washington State Surgical Tech Registration
• BLS
• Graduated an accredited Surgical Technology Program
• Ability to problem solve and think critically in high stress situations
• Previous Surgical Technologist experience preferred, but not required

SHIFT: 

• Day shift, 10-hour shifts. No weekends, no nights, or major holidays.

BENEFITS:

• Employee Discount
• 401k Employer Match
• 401k Profit Sharing
• Washington Sick and Safe Accruals

Hiring Range:  $28.625 - $49.295

Surgical, Operating, Surgeons