OR Surgical Technologist

North Bend Medical Center Job Description Job Title: Operating Room Surgical Technologist Reports To: Day Surgery Manager Hours: Full Time w/benefits; Variable Schedule North Bend Medical Center is currently hiring a Surgical Technologist for our Day Surgery department. Located in Coos Bay Oregon along the beautiful Southern Oregon coast.

North Bend Medical Center hosts over 100+ providers in a variety of specialties and 400+ employees. North Bend Medical Center is dedicated to providing opportunities for careers and making a difference in people’s lives with a strong desire to help others. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members.

The strength of our agency lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at NBMC. We are committed to offering: Competitive wages Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance options Generous paid time off 401k + company contributions Team-oriented atmosphere that values each of our employees as individuals and their work-life balance.

Job Summary

The Operating Room Surgical Technologist under the direction of the Day Surgery Department Manager scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team, utilizing a working knowledge of surgical asepsis, surgical supplies, instruments, equipment and procedures. This position will follow all Medicare and infection control guidelines.

Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the Day Surgery Department.

Duties and Responsibilities

Check schedule and pull appropriate instruments and supplies for the days cases (based on physician preference cards), keeping cost and efficiency in mind. Inspects equipment for proper working condition Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating/procedure room procedure. Assists with positioning of patient under the direction of a qualified practitioner.

Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy. Demonstrates knowledge of table set-ups, instrumentation, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions on surgeon’s preference cards, etc. for all assigned cases. Clean and redress OR following procedures. Keeps track of all needles, sponges, instrumentation and communicate with circulator and relieving scrub.

Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed. Circulator and scrub will work together as a team to complete tasks. Accepts responsibility to identify patient problems and reports to physicians and other OR team members. Performs decontamination and sterilization processes per protocol.

Cleans assigned work unit; stocks and replenishes supplies and equipment as necessary, identifies and reports problems with supplies or equipment.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent. Previous experience as surgical technician in an acute care setting and/or ambulatory surgery center or certified as a Surgical Technologist. Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth (work attendance, performance appraisals, attendance at educational offerings and flexibility of hours).

Ability to work in an area that is in a constant state of change, filled with high emotions and labile personalities, and rapid pace. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Ability to meet deadlines Excellent communication skills Self directed and highly motivated