Requisition ID: 2025-35697 Position Category: Allied Health Job Type: AFSCME union represented Position Type: Regular Full-Time Posting Department: Perioperative Services - South Operating Room Posting Salary Range: $33.72 - $45.59 per hour Posting FTE: 1.00 Posting Schedule: Days, Variable Days Posting Hours: 6:45am - 5:15pm (0645-1715) HR Mission: Healthcare Drug Testable: Yes
Department Overview
South Operating Room (SOR) is a large 25-bed OR primarily an adult inpatient operating room with a small volume of outpatient procedures including: Cardiac/ Thoracic, General Surgery/Minimally Invasive/ Colorectal/Bariatric, Gynecology, Oral Maxillofacial, Neuro/neuro spine, Orthopedic/orthopedic spine, Otolaryngology, Plastics, Transplant, Urology, Vascular, Robotic (Urology/GYN/Oral), and Trauma. Surgical procedures on infants and children less than 18 years of age are also performed if the procedure requires specialized equipment found only at this location.
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The Surgical Services Technologist performs the delegated duties that ensure that the OR environment is safe, that equipment is cleaned and functions appropriately, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The Surgical Services Technologist possesses expertise in the application of sterile and aseptic technique; he/she combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to safely facilitate invasive and/or diagnostic procedures. The Surgical Services Technologist has the ability to manage stressful/unusual situations in a positive manner, and embraces the OHSU Core Competencies (Accountability, Collaboration, Communication, Diversity, Integrity, Respect, Service Orientation, Teamwork) into his/her practice.
Function/Duties of Position
Demonstrate Proficiency in clinical skills/knowledge specific to Perioperative Services.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of sterile technique.
Proficient in the scrub role in the surgical specialties.
Provides fundamental components of patient comfort, safety, privacy and respect within the perioperative setting.
Identifies and develops areas of expertise within the surgical specialties.
Demonstrates working knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, and supplies.
Performs effectively in emergent situations.
Recognizes and effectively responds as directed in emergency situations.
CPR certified.
Responds appropriately as directed in a code situation.
Manages time effectively.
Accomplishes caseload assignments in a timely manner.
Completes turnover of the operating room between cases before or within the established time lines.
Uses unassigned time productively
Required Qualifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at time of hire.
Completion of a surgical assistant or surgical technologist certification, including but not limited to a certified ophthalmic surgical assisting credential issued by the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology or its successor organization, that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies OR
Completed a Surgical Technologist training program in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Public Health Service of the USA AND must complete 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years. OR
Did not graduate from an accredited school must and can provide documentation showing that he/she they practiced as a Surgical Tech during at least two of the three years immediately preceding January 1, 2017 AND must complete 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years.Â
Additional Details
Requires prioritization of multiple projects, activities, and assignments. May be exposed to excessive auditory and visual stimulation. May be exposed to body fluids, tissue, and infectious processes. Subject to computer work for several hours, as needed. Able to utilize all patient care equipment with work area.
All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
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Job ID: 82108544
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