A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
Surgical Tech/OR Tech
Full Time
Hermiston, Oregon
Day
40 Hours
USD $29.83/Hr.
USD $54.52/Hr.
Job Description
Overview Position:
Surgical Tech•$20,000 Sign on Bonus with a two year commitment.
Schedule/Shift:
1.0
FTE Schedule:
Monday•Friday
Hours:
0630•1500
Holiday A rotation
Call rotation•Housing available when on call overnight.
Compensation Range:
Surgical Tech I:
$29.83•$49.95/hour (Step Scale 1•20)
Surgical Tech II:
$31.61•$52.92/hour (Step Scale 1•20)
Surgical Tech III:
$32.56•$54.52/hour (Step Scale 1•20) + any applicable shift differential Join Our Growing Team at Good Shepherd Health Care System At Good Shepherd Health Care System, we put "Patients First. Always." We are committed to bringing state-of-the-art care closer to home and providing exceptional care to our community. Why Choose Good Shepherd? Independent & Financially Stable organization
Top-tier benefits package offering 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for both employees and their families.
State-of-the-Art Facilities & Services
Supportive Administration & Culture
Thriving, Growing Region supporting outdoor lifestyle & adventure. Good Shepherd Health Care System remains one of the largest employers in the area and plays a pivotal role in the region's continued growth.
DEFINITION OF POSITION
Performs a variety of technical duties to assist the surgeon, patient and or team with surgical procedures. Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes
Must be able to: 1. Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of
Efficiency or composure
2. Work independently
3. Recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality
4. Convey empathy and compassion to those expressing pain, grief or trauma
5. Relate to others in a manner that creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation
6. Incorporate guest relations in daily activities. Working Conditions
Inside environment, protected from the weather but not necessarily temperature changes. Subject to frequent exposure to infection, contagious disease, and hazardous materials and equipment. Occasionally subject to combative patients. Variable noise levels. Also subject to rapid pace, multiple stimuli, unpredictable environment, and critical situations. Physical Demands/Traits
Must be able to:
1. Perceive the nature of sounds by the ear
2. Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word
3. Perceive characteristics of objects through the eyes
4. Extend arms and hands in any direction
5. Seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise work with hands
6. Pick, pinch, or otherwise work with fingers
7. Able to lift/carry 50 lbs or more
8. Able to tolerate frequent prolonged standing/walking
9. Able to lift, position, push and/or transfer patients.
Qualifications Surgical Tech II Education Required:
Associate degree or National Certification.
Preferred:
NA Licenses/ certifications/ registrations
Required:
Associate degree or National Certification.
Preferred:
NA Experience Required:
NA Preferred:
6 months' clinical experience preferred. Qualifications Surgical Tech III Education
Required:
Associate degree.
Preferred:
Licenses/ certifications/ registrations
Required:
Certified Surgical Technologist.
Preferred:
Experience Required:
three years of perioperative experience.
Other:
Surgical Tech
I, II, III
Exposure to blood, sharp instruments and other devices, body fluids and tissue, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
Working irregular hours including call hours
Manual and finger dexterity
Hand and eye coordination
Corrected vision and hearing within normal range 40 Hours USD $29.83/Hr. USD $54.52/Hr. 01-3210 Surgery•Hospital Day
