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At PeaceHealth, it is our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As an OB Surgical Technologist at Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our Family Birth Center in the following role:

• Part-time .6 FTE Day shift OB Surgical Technologist

• Work two 12-hour shifts each week, 0630-1900

• 32 LDRP Family Birth Center with 2 OR Suites

• Named to the elite list of the best maternity hospitals in the U.S. by Newsweek

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is a 450-bed, level II trauma center, acute care hospital that offers dozens of medical specialty services and program. Located across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon, Vancouver is a great location where you can enjoy the big city life or the serene countryside, with abundance of recreational and cultural activities.

We offer you:

• Wage range of $39.41 - 58.63. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, etc.

• Relocation assistance

• Hiring Bonus

• Full benefits package effective the first of the month following start date.

• A mission driven healthcare system

Position Details:

This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the obstetrical operative patient and/or her infant.

• Arrange and inventories sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the surgical team.

• Understand and apply the principles of asepsis. Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment.

• Assist in preparation and moving of patients.

• Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instrumentation. Assists with clean-up and room turnover.

• Access computer information as needed, such as preference lists and digital images.

• Maintain unit supplies by requisitioning and receiving supplies then stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs. Inventory control.

• Participates in all safety initiatives. Adheres to programs such as SCIP and SCOAP quality initiatives.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma Required or equivalent

• Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technology Program or recognized course of training as a Surgical Technologist required.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a surgical technologist with obstetrical and gynecologic surgeries preferred

• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs

Credentials

• Required: Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration

• Required Upon Hire: Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support Certification

• Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist

Skills

• Well organized, detail oriented and self motivated (Required)

• Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others (Required)

• Ability to execute detailed procedures with accuracy and precision (Required)

• Basic computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)

• Understanding of operating room protocols (Required)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).

• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.

• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.

• Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.

• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.

• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.

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