Surgical Technologist AACH (Surgery)

Additional Position Details : FTE : 1.0 | Full Time | 1st Shift - Days Starting Wage : $31.25 and up, depending on previous experience As a Surgical Technologist, you will also make extra money per hour (shift differentials) when working swing, night, and weekend hours External candidates may be eligible for Relocation Assistance! New Grads Welcome to Apply! Who We Are At Asante Ashland Community Hospital (AACH), we enjoy being part of a small community based surgical team, and we work together to provide the very best patient care and experience. As a small, dedicated team, we are not a number but a group of unique and diverse individuals. By being a part of the team at Ashland means that you have a voice in your practice and have the ability to influence our culture of patient care. On average 2600 cases are performed a year in our department with 6 OR suites in use. We service many specialties including orthopedics, spine, general, GYN, plastics / reconstructive, and urology. In addition, we are the only hospital in southern Oregon and northern California to perform retina surgery. As a Surgical Tech for Ashland Community Hospital, you will have the opportunity to : Deliver professional personal care to those undergoing surgery. Be a part of a small and cohesive team. Work in multiple specialties, gaining a variety of experience and exposure. Work with an excellent group of Doctors, RN's, and Techs. We are seeking an impressive Surgical Technologist to join the Surgical Team at AACH. At Asante, Surgical Technicians are a highly valued member of the patient care team in Surgery, working under the supervision of the Charge Nurse. As a Surgical Technologist at Asante, you will have the opportunity to join a team where camaraderie extends into personal life and where high performance is expected. What You'll Do Become a critical member of the surgical team by functioning as a Surgical Technician in the Operating Room under the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) and Certified Surgical Technician (CST) guidelines. Anticipate the needs of the surgeon, pass appropriate instruments, and assist in exposure of the surgical field. Select and prepare the appropriate supplies and equipment for surgical cases and operate all surgical equipment. Organize instrumentation and the sterile field. Perform all surgical counts consistently, including "safety count." Who You Are You have knowledge of procedure and technique in caring for patients, equipment, and supplies. You can demonstrate aseptic technique, scrub, gown and glove counts; and other aspects of scrub role under the AORN and CST guidelines. You can task-switch rapidly without losing your efficiency or your focus. Your communication game is strong - you rarely feel misunderstood. What You Must Have ONE of the following is required : Graduate of a nationally accredited, approved by the OHA, education program for surgical tech and has, or is able to obtain, Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) within 12 months of graduation, or In lieu of CST, OSA (Ophthalmic Surgical Assisting) subspecialty certification from JCAHPO will be accepted, or In lieu of certification; completed training for surgical techs in the military and has completed 16 hours continuing education every 2 years, or Provides documentation showing surgical tech practice during at least 2 of the 3 years immediately preceding 01 / 01 / 2017 and completes 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years, or LPN Licensed by the Oregon State Board of Nursing may be considered in lieu of CST and will waive previous experience requirement. Certifications BLS : Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start Total Rewards Package Earn a competitive and progressive salary Benefit from health plans that are focused on health and wellness including medical, dental, vision and wellness beginning within 30 days of hire On-call employees may receive an additional 15% for flexibility Plan for your future with a retirement package that includes up to 6% employer contribution Experience a healthy work-life balance with our generous earned time off (ETO) Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment plans At Asante, we are guided by our values below. Explore Asante more by visiting www.asante.org / careers Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.