Surgical Tech - Arlington, WA

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Under general supervision, utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients in accordance with established standards of care. The surgical technologist scope of practice includes performance of scrub duties for surgical procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

70%

• Plans, organizes and performs as a surgical scrub technologist, including the collection and preparation of equipment, instruments and supplies necessary for surgical procedures
• Following a complete surgical scrub, prepares the O.R. for the procedure; drapes the black table and mayo stand; opens all packs and prepares instruments, supplies, and basins; arranges the room and instruments per physician preference
• Completes a pre-op final count for sponges, instruments and sharps with circulator present when applicable
• Arranges drapes, suction and sterile field
• Hands instruments to surgeon during procedure
• Cleans instruments as received back from surgeon and keeps instruments readily at hand during the case
• Assists the surgeon with gowning and gloving before the start of the case
• Continually works in a neat, organized, safe and efficient manner
• Continually observes closely and anticipates any special problems and equipment or supply needs as the case progresses
• Keeps track of all instruments, supplies, sponges and sharps throughout the case
• Assists the circulating nurse with the safe transfer of the patient to the recovery room after the procedure

7%

• Assists with cleaning the O.R., including mopping the floor, wiping down all
• surfaces, disposing of trash and waste, and instrument cleaning and processing
• Completes the surgeons' preference cards and keeps them up to date

6%

• Participates in maintaining a safe environment, utilizing the principles of aseptic technique
• Practices sound cost containment measures while providing supplies and equipment for patient care

5%

• Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, visitors and staff while
• maintaining patient confidentiality

5%

• Conducts self in a professional manner
• Supports the Patient's Bill of Rights and acts as a patient advocate

Duties listed below are integrated into all job functions:

• All staff members are to promote a positive and productive work environment by acting maturely and responsibly, satisfactorily performing his or her job responsibilities and conducting themselves in a professional, courteous and respectful manner toward fellow employees, physicians and patients
• Must relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: (a) get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extreme; (b) perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading or speaking with others; and (c) respond openly and appropriately to feedback regarding performance from a supervisor
• Performs all duties in a manner which promotes and supports the Core Values and Compact of The Everett Clinic
• Integrates Lean principles, practices and tools to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction
• Frequently must follow written and oral instructions as well as complete routine tasks independently
• Completes annual compliance training on HIPAA/Privacy/Confidentiality/Non-Discrimination/Harassment/Integrity Statement and signs Agreements
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information following HIPAA guidelines and TEC policies
• Attends training to meet requirements of the job position and as needed or mandated by TEC policies, Div. of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH), OSHA, L&I and other state/federal regulations
• Has regular and predictable attendance

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technologists
• Current AHA- BLS Certification
• 2+ years of experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting or a busy multi-specialty ASC

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current ORT (Operating Room Technician) certification
• Proven knowledge of anatomy and physiology; of aseptic technique; of basic surgical technique regarding procedures done in the ASC, and of names, functioning and use of instruments, equipment and sutures used
• Proven good organizational skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Ability to read, speak, understand and write clearly in English
• Ability to work with initiative, energy and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work efficiently amidst ongoing distractions
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to perform work against deadlines
• Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely; and ability to instruct and train others
• Ability to deal effectively with the public in confrontational situations
• Ability to effectively lead others

The hourly range for this role is $27.00 to $37.00 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.