Surgical Technologist

Surgical (Scrub) Technologist

Location: Bellevue, WA
Department: Clinical / Operating Room

Position Summary

The Surgical (Scrub) Technologist plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting exceptional surgical outcomes. This position works collaboratively with surgeons, nurses, and clinical staff to prepare and maintain the operating room environment while delivering a high standard of patient care and professionalism consistent with Athenix clinical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Arrive on time for scheduled shifts, prepared to support surgical cases and clinical operations

• Prepare and assist with operating room setup in accordance with Athenix clinical and safety standards

• Perform pre-operative and post-operative patient care tasks as directed

• Assist the OR Nurse with sterilization techniques and preparation of sterile supplies for procedures

• Maintain aseptic technique at all times, including proper sterilization and handling of instruments

• Select, prepare, and arrange sterile instruments and equipment appropriate to each procedure

• Scrub, gown, and glove appropriately; assist other team members with sterile attire as needed

• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and intraoperative support

• Anticipate surgeon and procedural needs, ensuring supplies and instruments are readily available

• Pass instruments, hold retractors, cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed during surgery

• Maintain accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments before and after procedures

• Properly label, handle, and care for surgical specimens when applicable

• Apply dressings following procedures as directed

• Clean and reset operating rooms between cases and perform terminal sterilization per manufacturer and CDC guidelines

• Maintain a clean, safe, fully stocked, and organized operating room environment

• Communicate promptly with management regarding any patient or staff concerns outside the scope of practice

• Interact with patients in a professional, courteous, and reassuring manner

• Support a positive, team-oriented clinical environment and participate in ongoing training and staff meetings

• Maintain flexibility in scheduling to support clinic and surgical needs

Qualifications

• Certificate or degree from an accredited Surgical Technologist program

• Strong attention to detail with confidence and reliability in a surgical setting

• Knowledge of sterile technique, sanitation, and infection-control standards

• Ability to work independently while circulating in and out of the operating room

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and care teams

• Able to appropriately direct patient inquiries according to Athenix services, standards, and best practices

Skills & Competencies

• Patient-focused mindset with a commitment to safety and quality care

• Organized, dependable, and adaptable in a fast-paced clinical environment

• Professional demeanor with strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Additional Information

All duties listed above are considered essential job functions. This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and may be adjusted as needed based on clinic operations. Employees may be required to perform additional job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Salary : $30 - $42