Surgical Tech

Where You’ll Work

CHI St. Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed, licensed for 49, faith-based, acute care, level four trauma, critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton, Oregon area for more than 100 years. We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education. CHI St. Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients. The 103,000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms, 11 emergency rooms, 30 private patient rooms, and the latest medical equipment. St. Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible. St. Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021. CHI St. Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality, safety and service. To learn more go to www.sahpendleton.org

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Tech, you will provide meticulous and skilled training that demonstrates passion for playing a critical role in life changing surgeries.

Everyday you will work directly alongside talented surgeons and dedicated registered nurses, orchestrating the seamless execution of surgical procedures. Your expertise will be the cornerstone of a safe and efficient environment, directly contributing to positive patient outcomes. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to make a tangible difference, one procedure at a time.

To be successful in this role you will possess the following:

• Be the Surgeon's Right Hand: Serve as the primary surgical scrub, anticipating needs and expertly handing instruments and supplies to the surgeon during complex operative procedures.
• Precision in Preparation: Masterfully set up the operating room with precision, ensuring all necessary surgical equipment, instrumentation, packs, and supplies are operational and readily available for the specific procedure.
• Guardian of Sterility: Uphold the highest standards of aseptic technique throughout every procedure, safeguarding patient safety and preventing infection.
• Seamless Transitions: Collaborate with the surgical team to position patients accurately for optimal access to the operative area. Assist with efficient operating room turnover, preparing for the next crucial case.
• Beyond the OR: Provide assistance in transporting patients safely to the recovery room or other designated areas, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
• Instrument Maestro: Take meticulous care of all instrumentation used during operating procedures, ensuring their proper handling, cleaning, and maintenance.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduation from an accredited school for surgical technology, or
• Demonstrated training and experience from the military, or
• Demonstrated other operating room technician experience within the last year.

Preferred 

• Current national certification as a Surgical Technician.

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