Surgical Technologist
 Salem Health | |
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance
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 United States, Oregon, Salem | |
 May 01, 2025 | |
| Location Site: Salem Hospital Main CampusDepartment: SH Operating RoomPosition Type: Full Time, 40 hours/weekSchedule: Variable 4 days on 10-hour shiftsBeginning at 6:00am with staggered arrival times until 7:00pm Your Role With Us:At Salem Health, Surgical Technologists are essential members of the operating room team, playing a hands-on role in delivering safe, precise, and efficient surgical care. From preparing sterile fields and ensuring equipment is functioning properly to anticipating surgeon needs and managing specimens during procedures, our surgical techs are relied upon for their skill, focus, and adaptability. They contribute to a culture of safety by following protocols like hand hygiene, time-outs, and medication labeling, while also participating in room turnover and preference card updates to maintain smooth workflow. With opportunities to mentor others, engage in continuous improvement, and grow professionally in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, Salem Health is a place where Surgical Technologists are empowered to make a real difference in the lives of patients and surgical teams alike.What's our Operating Room/CVOR like?State-of-the-art equipment - 2 Da Vinci XI robots, CT and Image Navigated Surgery!Surgeries include cardiac and open heart and endovascular surgery, urologic and general surgeries including bariatric (Center of Excellence) services, orthopedic, neuro spine and brain, and trauma surgery. All surgical specialty services and trauma are provided except burns and organ transplant procedures. Population includes pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Number of beds and number of patient treatment areas: 18 bedsAverage about 250 cases Monday - Friday.Level II trauma center. One of the busiest ERs in the West Coast! Total Rewards Offerings:Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.Relocation assistance available for qualified candidatesFull comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansBasic and voluntary life insuranceShort and long-term disabilityLive Well Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday payOnsite fitness center with 24/7 badge accessEducation assistance programPublic service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others. Background/Expertise:Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued through the American Heart Association (AHA)And will follow any one of three paths:Path I: Completion of an Accredited Educational ProgramCompletion of a surgical technology educational program accredited by a national accreditation organization that is approved by the Oregon Health Authority; andHolds a current surgical technologist certification issued through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); or, obtains surgical technologist certification through the NBSTSA within twelve months of program completion.Path II: Completion of a US Military Surgical Technologist Training ProgramProvides documentation showing completion of a training program for surgical technologists in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps; andDemonstrates that sixteen hours of approved continuing education was completed every two yearsPath III: ExperienceProvides documentation demonstrating practice of surgical technology during at least two of the years between January 1, 2014 and January 1, 2017; andIf experienced in the state of Oregon, must also demonstrate that sixteen hours of continuing education was completed every two years since 1/1/2017Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org. | |