Surgical Technologist

Company: Legacy Health
Location: Portland
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Surgical TechnologistUS-OR-PORTLANDJob ID: 24-41394Type: Regular Full-TimeEmanuel Medical Ctr campusOverviewRelocation assistance available to Surgical Techs 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 Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland plays a vital role as a local and regional leader in serious clinical illness or injury. With around-the-clock expertise for critical health issues, including experts in trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, brain--surgery and more, Legacy Emanuel is central to the health of our community and critical to the care of the Northwest.ResponsibilitiesThe 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.QualificationsExperience: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 positionAble 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.Compensation details: 33.92-48.51 Hourly WagePIde5f451a1747-25660-36298179

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