In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
Responsibilities
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The Surgical Technician is an integral member of the surgical team, responsible for assisting surgeons and other healthcare professionals during invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. This role requires a high level of skill in sterile technique, equipment operation, and teamwork to ensure patient safety and the efficient completion of surgical procedures.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
Graduation from surgical technology program accredited through Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology ARC-ST. A minimum of six months in Cardiac Operating Room work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities is preferred.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing may be substituted for graduation from an accredited surgical technician program.
If classified as Surgical Technician: Maintain Registration with the State of Washington. Registered nurses and/or practical nurses acting within the scope of their licensure do not need to maintain surgical technologist registration. NCCT certification.
If classified as Surgical Technician, Certified: Current certification through the Association of Surgical Technologists is required.
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.