About this opportunity
Confluence Health lists this Surgery Technician II - Certified opportunity in wenatchee, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary Range
$33.40 - $53.79
Overview
Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.
Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential
Summary
Functions as vital member of the OR team assuming responsibility for the scrub position during surgical intervention. Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices according to AORN Standards and Central Washington Hospital policies and procedures.
Position Reports To: Surgical Services Manager
Essential Functions
Address patients, visitors, families, and co-workers in a pleasant and respectful manner: display courtesy at all times.
Maintain confidentiality of all patient-hospital or physician related information.
Demonstrate ethical conduct and practices.
Proficient in surgical procedures in a variety of services.
Demonstrates knowledge of the various surgical equipment and surgical instrumentation.
Performs in the preceptor role in the training of students, new and current staff members to ensure success-in conjunction with the Clinical Manager.
Assist team members by setting up/maintaining sterile field; break down room following a case.
Demonstrates proper use of instruments, suture and stapling devices.
Demonstrates correct and safe technique in the use of equipment according to specific product information.
Follows appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies.
Prepares instrumentation, supplies and equipment according to surgeon preference card and procedure.
Report and recognize faulty equipment/unsafe conditions.
Accurately performs all sponge, needle and instrument counts at appropriate times.
Saves and properly identifies all specimens according to department policy and procedure.
Demonstrates ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise and professional manner.
Participate in orientation of new employees; assist other OR personnel in learning new equipment/procedures.
Identify problem area of unit and equipment and deal with them appropriately.
Attend educational/information activities/attend minimum of 75% of staff meeting.
Complies with call-in times and policies. Respond quickly when on call.
Maintain good personal/professional appearance.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications
Required:
Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology.
Current Washington State Surgical Technologist license.
National Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists.
May consider LPN if trained in the scrubbing role – dependent upon experience and knowledge base.
Certified in CPR and recertified annually.
Must possess basic computer skills related to Windows navigation, mouse usage, keyboarding, email communication and password management.
Desired:
Not Specified.
Physical/Sensory Demands ForThis Position:
O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.
F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.
C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.
Walking - O
Sitting/Standing - C
Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
Reaching: Above shoulder height - F
Reaching: Below shoulder height - O
Climbing - Not specified
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - O
Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Lifting: Over 50 pounds - F
Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
Crawling/Kneeling - O
Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F
Twisting/Turning - F
Repetitive Movement - F
Working Conditions:
Call is a mandatory requirement of this position.
Job Classification:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hourly/Salary: Hourly
Physical Exposures For This Position:
Unprotected Heights - No
Heat - No
Cold - No
Mechanical Hazards - Yes
Hazardous Substances - Yes
Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
Lighting - Bright
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Worksite address
wenatchee, WA, 98807, US
Who can apply
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