Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists is looking for an experienced Surgical Technologist to join our growing Ambulatory Surgery Center. The Supplemental Surgical Technologist works one 10 hour shift each week. NWOS is closed on all weekends and major holidays.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares instruments and supplies for each case in an efficient and effective manner.
• Anticipates surgeon needs by promptly providing correct items as needed.
• Utilizes preference cards and surgery schedule prior to each case.
• Utilize equipment and supplies in a cost-effective manner. Maintain the integrity of supplies, equipment and instruments, and reports concerns appropriately.
• Assists with prompt turnover and start of surgical cases to actively promote productivity and efficient case flow.
• Performs surgical scrub and gowns and gloves self and others using aseptic technique.
• Conducts sponge and needle counts with RN per procedure.
• Distributes and disposes of biohazards appropriately and practices standard precautions at all times.
• Runs autoclave and documents results according to department policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Washington State Surgical Tech Registration
• BLS
• Graduated an accredited Surgical Technology Program
• Ability to problem solve and think critically in high stress situations

Benefit:

Paid Sick and Safe (1 hour for every 40 hours worked)

Hiring Range: $22.30 - $40.71