Surgical Technologist
Legacy Health
- Tualatin, OR
- Permanent
- Part-time
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) required.
- The education requirement will be waived for candidates who have completed an appropriate training program in a branch of the United States Armed Forces or the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service.
- The education requirement will be waived for candidates who worked as a surgical technologist in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC), hospital or federal government agency between January 1, 2014 through January 1, 2017; provided that, the candidate has worked 2 out of the last 3 years as surgical technologist.
- Basic level patient care skills per requirements of the position.
- Basic medical terminology.
- Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
- Ability to understand and apply principles of sterile technique and surgical procedures within the scope of the position
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple assignments.
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to a changing environment and circumstances.
- American Heart Association approved BLS certification required at hire.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification with the State of Oregon at hire, or within 12 months of graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program, required.
- The certification requirement will be waived for candidates who have completed an appropriate training program in a branch of the United States Armed Forces or the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service.
- The certification requirement will be waived for candidates who worked as a surgical technologist in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC), hospital or federal government agency between January 1, 2014 through January 1, 2017; provided that, the candidate has worked 2 out of the last 3 years as surgical technologist.
- Registration as a Registered Surgical Technologist (RST) with the State of Washington required at hire.