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Surgical Technologist First Assistant

Legacy Health
Silverton, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/16/2026
You are the go-to person ensuring that every detail is arranged for surgical services. You’re also an important presence within the surgical field, as you pass proper instruments and supplies to other members of the surgical team. Your ability to work in a fast-paced environment as you carry on the Legacy mission of making life better for others will allow you to thrive in our supportive healthcare community.

Responsibilities

Functions as a first assistant during surgical incision, excision, and repair of pathology and throughout the perioperative period on procedures for which privileges have been granted. Will perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Experience:

  • 1-year Surgical Technologist experience preferred.

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program or completion of a military training program for surgical technologists, or equivalent experience.
  • As of January 1, 2017, in lieu of the formal Surgical Technologist training program requirement, may substitute professional experience if candidate has worked 2 out of last 3 years as Surgical Technologist.
  • Must have completed an accredited First Assistant program or a Legacy-offered course in First Assisting, within 12 months of hire.

Licensure

  • American Heart Association approved BLS certification required.
  • For new hires after July 1, 2016 not meeting the previous experience provision noted in the Education section: Current certification as Surgical Technologist or certification as Surgical Technologist within 12 months of graduation from Surg Tech program.

Pay Range

USD $40.06 - USD $57.28 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you

Salary : $40 - $57

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