Job Description Description At PeaceHealth, we're more than just a healthcare system - we're a mission-driven community focused on delivering safe, compassionate care every time, every touch. As a Surgical Technologist at St. John Medical Center, you'll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. Consider joining our OR team in the following role:

Role:

.9 FTE Day shift

Surgical Technologist Schedule:

Work three 12-hour shifts each week, plus rotational call

Unit:

5

OR Suites Robotics :

Davinci XI St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care medical center that is part of PeaceHealth, a non-profit mission driven healthcare system. Just 45 minutes North of Portland, Oregon, the Longview-Kelso area offers the best of both worlds, a peaceful lifestyle and natural beauty of a family-orientated community of 60,000, with close proximity to the Pacific Ocean, Mountains, and the urban amenities of both Portland and Seattle ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ We offer you: A wage range of $40.26 - $60.76, wage dependent upon several factors including surgical tech experience and terms of the SEIU union contract. Hiring Bonus Relocation Assistance Additional compensation for CST Excellent benefits package ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 Required:

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program or recognized course of training as a

Surgical Technologist Experience Required:

Minimum of 1 year experience as a surgical technologist

Preferred:

Surgical Technologist experience 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:

Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration 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. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting. 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 . 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.