Surgical Technician

Company Description

About Valley Medical Center & Clinics

Founded in 1947, Valley Medical Center & Clinics (VMCC) is the oldest and largest public hospital district in Washington state and the largest nonprofit healthcare provider in South King County. Valley serves more than 600,000 residents through a comprehensive network of more than 50 primary, urgent, and specialty care clinics across South King County, and a 341-bed acute care hospital located in Renton. As a Level III Trauma Center, Valley provides advanced emergency, medical, surgical, and specialty care, including cancer treatment, heart and vascular services, neurosciences, orthopedics, stroke and spine care, childbirth and neonatal services, and critical care. Guided by our mission of caring for our community like family, Valley is committed to improving the health and well-being of the vibrant communities we serve through accessible, compassionate, high-quality care. Learn more at valleymed.org.

Job Description

Unique Job Functions:
· Assures that surgical procedures/preference cards that enumerate surgeon's preferences are current and followed.
· Assures physical preparation of clinical area, i.e., place furniture.
· Prepares specimens for sending to Pathology. Transports specimens as necessary per protocol.
· Establishes and maintains sterile field.
· Prepares instruments for use as necessary.
· Assists in room turnover and set up in a timely manner.
· Familiar with autoclave use.
· Coordinates stocking with staff members.
· Observes Surgical Services Department dress code and wears identification badge.
· Complies with attendance and tardiness standards.
· Verifies exposure to a sterilization process and integrity of sterile packaging. Opens supplies aseptically.
· Prepares and knows the specific uses of all needed equipment and supplies, including solutions and drugs.
· Other duties as assigned.
· Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas of:
Generic Unit Structure Standards
Unit Specific Process Standards
Patient Care Resources/References
· Follow chain of command for unresolved issues.
· Successfully completes annual competency testing.
· Performance reflects knowledge of Association of Surgical Technologists Standards of Practice.
 
 
 
 
 

Qualifications

PREREQUISITES:
Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program, with recent experience in an acute care facility or equivalent training.
Current registration to practice as a surgical technologist in the State of Washington.
Certification preferred.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Capable of comprehending, executing, acting, and directing independently.
Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in the English language.
Neat and well-groomed appearance.
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in a diverse population.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all ages served.
Demonstrates ability to actively participate and apply the Valley Values in daily work.
 

Additional Information

Build your future with Valley Medical Center & Clinics! Join a team that values its people and offers excellent benefits and opportunities to grow.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee wellness and assistance programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valley Medical Center & Clinics is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment and participation in its programs. 

We do not provide sponsorship opportunities at this time.

• Valley Medical Center & Clinics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.