
Surgical Technologist
- Federal Way, WA
- $30.65-51.00 per hour
- Training
- Full-time
QualificationsWe require:
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
- A high school diploma or GED is required for this position.
- A minimum of six months operating room work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities is preferred.
- Current registration with the State of Washington as a Surgical Technician.
- Current healthcare provider BLS Certification.
- Ability to take night and/or weekend call required.
- A working knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and working knowledge of pharmacology and medical terminology.
- Understanding of instrumentation and equipment, and skill in establishing and maintaining a sterile field and in draping a patient.
- Excellent communication skills a must.
- Ability to act as a member of the team and to anticipate the needs of a surgeon and patient essential.
- Must be able to operate effectively in emergency and stressful situations.
- Ability to independently lift up to 20 pounds, grasping and manual dexterity required to hand and/or finger items frequently (sometimes continuously).
- Must be able to maintain a retracted position for up to one hour.
- Clear visual and auditory acuity with or without accommodation required to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Extensive walking, sitting, standing, lifting, stretching, and bending required (the staff member is expected to use, demonstrate, and teach good body mechanics).
- Ability to move equipment using a wheeled cart.