Surgery Tech Cert-Surgery (40 hrs/wk, Days)

Company: EvergreenHealth
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

***Up to $3,000.00 sign on bonus for new employee of EvergreenHealth***Job Summary: Works with the surgical team to deliver patient care during surgery.Primary Duties:

• Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each surgical procedure as outlined in the policy and procedure manual.
• Demonstrates close attention to detail regarding aseptic technique at all times.
• Performs all counts as defined in the OR policies and procedures measured by documentation on the OR record.
• Maintains an orderly and sterile instrument table and/or Mayo stand per standardize set ups.
• Identifies sterility of instruments knows all indicator parameters.
• Anticipates the surgical routine and acts proactively according to surgeon's instructions
• Remains and demonstrate an ability to handle unexpected situations with calm efficiency.
• Asks appropriate questions to enhance the care of the patient
• Handles medications on the sterile field under the direct observation of a registered nurse.
• Handles records, labels, and specimens according to established policy and procedure.
• Participates in patient safety activities including pre-surgical pause.
• Performs other duties as assigned.License, Certification, Education or Experience:REQUIRED for the position:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Must be registered as a Surgical Technologist within the State of Washington.
• Must have and maintain NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) Certification.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hireDESIRED for the position:
  • 2 years of Surgical Tech experienceThis position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), Local 21. PI130756296

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