Surgery Tech - Certified (36 hrs/wk) **Sign-on bonus up to $15,000**

Company: EvergreenHealth
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

EvergreenHealth is an integrated two hospital system headquartered in the vibrant and beautiful Puget Sound area just east of Seattle.EvergreenHealth is a public hospital district that improves the health of our patients every day with award-winning, high-quality care, services and absolute patient safety. Our patient care is recognized by Healthgrades, which named EvergreenHealth one of America's 50 Best Hospital for 2021 and a 100 Best Hospital for 2.The Leapfrog Group has given EvergreenHealth an "A" rating for patient safety.We are searching for an experienced Surgery Tech (Scrub Tech) to join our Family MaternityCenter OR team!The Surgery Tech Cert works as a member of the patient care team focusing on the procedural care needs.***Sign-on bonus up to $15,000.00 for those new to EvergreenHealth with a minimum of one (1) of recent Surg Tech experience or up to $5,000 for those with less than one (1) year of recent Surg Tech experience***Pro-rated by FTE. Consideration for relocation assistance on an individual basis.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 surgeons instructionsRemains alert and demonstrate an ability to handle unexpected situations with calm efficiency.Asks appropriate questions to enhance the care of the patientHandles medications on the sterile field under the direct observation of a registered nurse.Handles records, labels, and specimens according to established policy and procedure.Accountable for following the guidelines for attendance, punctuality and overall dependability.Accountable for effective performance and follow-through of all assigned responsibilities and for completing responsibilities within designated (or agreed upon) timeframes.Completes responsibilities in a manner consistent with organizational policy, goals and values.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 American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification at time of hire.DESIRED for the position:Two (2) years of Surgical Tech experience,Recent L&D experience preferredThis position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), Local 21. Union Membership is optional.IND123

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