Surgical Technologist (OFNHP) (Hiring Immediately)

bJOB DESCRIPTION/bbrbr In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.br brJob Summary:br brAssists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. This position is represented by OFNHP.br brJob Requirements:brbrEducation and Work Experience:br ul liHigh School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred/li liAccredited surgical technology program: Required/li liAssociate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred/li liScrub technician experience: Preferred/li liOperating room experience and/or training course: Preferred/li /ulbrLicenses/Certifications:br ul liSurgery Technician certification: Required/li liCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required/li liCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred/li /ulbrFacility Specific License/Certifications:br ul liAHA-BLS or ARC-BLS or AHA-CPR or ARC-CPR: Required/li /ulbrEssential Functions:br ul liPrepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization./li liCollects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested./li liTransports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties./li liCompletes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards./li liSets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards./li liPerforms other job-related duties as assigned./li /ulbrOrganizational Requirements:br brAdventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.brbr Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.br br#AHJOBPandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Surgical Technician, Location:Goldendale, WA-98620