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PeaceHealth Surgical Technologist - Operating Room in Ketchikan, Alaska
Description
At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a Surgical Technologist at Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure that our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our OR team in the following role:
Full-time Day shift Surgical Technologist
Work 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week
4 OR Suites
25-bed critical access hospital with level IV trauma center
Ketchikan Medical Center is part of PeaceHealth, a mission driven healthcare system in Alaska, Washington and Oregon. Located on a Southeastern Alaskan Island with a population of 14,000, we offer a welcoming small-town atmosphere that's just a 90-minute flight from Seattle. With a temperate coastal rainforest, Ketchikan is much milder than most Alaska locations and offers wonderful outdoor adventures.
We offer you:
A wage range of $ 40.52 - $60.78
Relocation Assistance
Hiring Bonus
A comprehensive benefits package
A caring and compassionate culture
Job Summary
This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the operative patient.
Essential Functions
Arrange and inventories sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the surgical team.
Understand and apply the principles of asepsis. Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment.
Assist in preparation and moving of patients.
Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instrumentation. Assists with clean-up and room turnover.
Access computer information as needed, such as preference lists and digital images.
Participates in all safety initiatives. Adheres to programs such as SCIP and SCOAP quality initiatives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Accredited Program Preferred: Surgical Technology or recognized course of training as a Surgical Technologist
Experience
Preferred: 1-year experience as a surgical technologist in a full-service operating room
Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
Credentials
Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support Certification
Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist
Skills
Well organized, detail oriented and self motivated (Required)
Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others (Required)
Ability to execute detailed procedures with accuracy and precision (Required)
Basic computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)
Understanding of operating room protocols (Required)
Working Conditions
Lifting
Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.
Environmental Conditions
Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
Mental/Visual
Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
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