Surgical Technologist in Snoqualmie, Washington at Snoqualmie Valley Health

At Snoqualmie Valley Health, we’re not just in the business of healthcare; we’re in the business of empowering our community to live boldly and live well. Our commitment to excellence and innovation calls for team members who will build trust, obsess over excellence, lead innovation, and deepen connections within our community. We are guided by our core values, and we’re looking for someone who can embody those principles as part of our dynamic and growing team.

Located in a trailblazing, adventure-loving town at the base of the Cascades, Snoqualmie Valley Health is an independent public hospital district serving a vibrant community that thrives on both adventure and connection. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger.

JOB TITLE: Surgical Technologist (Scrub Technician)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Surgical Technologist (Scrub Technician) functions as a sterile member of the surgical team in the HUB Surgery Center (HSC), supporting outpatient ambulatory surgical procedures by preparing and turning over the operating room, maintaining aseptic technique, and anticipating the needs of the surgeon throughout cases. This role is essential to ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care while supporting rapid room turnover and on-time case starts in a fast-paced outpatient environment. Service lines include ENT, General Surgery, Ortho Hand, and Podiatry with growth potential to others in future.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Build Trust - We exhibit integrity, transparency, and compassion in every interaction.

• Treat patients, families, visitors, and coworkers with dignity, respect, compassion, and professionalism.

• Communicate respectfully, clearly, and promptly with patients and members of the perioperative team.

• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow organizational privacy and security policies.

• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and professionalism in all interactions and assigned responsibilities.

• Promote patient safety by following established procedures for patient identification, surgical site verification, and safe practices within the perioperative environment.

• Report patient concerns, safety concerns, equipment issues, breaks in sterile technique, or environmental hazards promptly to the appropriate member of the clinical team.

• Maintain professional boundaries and respect the privacy, comfort, dignity, and individual needs of patients.

• Support a welcoming, safe, and respectful environment for patients, families, and members of the surgical team.

Obsess Over Excellence - We have high standards and seek continuous improvement.

• Prepare operating rooms and procedure areas for scheduled and urgent surgical procedures according to established standards.

• Perform surgical scrub, gowning, and gloving according to approved sterile technique and organizational policies.

• Establish and maintain the sterile field throughout surgical procedures.

• Select, prepare, arrange, and organize surgical instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications required for assigned procedures.

• Perform accurate counts of instruments, needles, sponges, sharps, and other countable items according to established policies and procedures.

• Pass instruments, sutures, sponges, implants, and other supplies to the surgeon and surgical assistant in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.

• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and perioperative team throughout the surgical procedure.

• Maintain awareness of the surgical field and promptly communicate potential safety concerns or changes requiring attention.

• Assist with patient positioning, preparation, and draping under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinical team members.

• Handle specimens appropriately, including identification, labeling, containment, and transfer according to organizational policies.

• Assist with room turnover, including cleaning, disinfection, restocking, and preparation of instruments, supplies, and equipment for subsequent cases.

• Maintain clean, organized, and fully prepared operating rooms and support areas.

• Follow infection prevention practices, standard precautions, sterile technique, and personal protective equipment requirements.

• Properly handle, transport, and dispose of contaminated materials, sharps, supplies, linens, and waste according to organizational policies.

• Identify malfunctioning, missing, damaged, or unsafe equipment and supplies and report concerns promptly.

• Follow established surgical safety, emergency preparedness, regulatory, and organizational requirements.

• Participate in patient safety, quality improvement, and process improvement activities.

• Maintain competency and knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, equipment, and assigned responsibilities through required education, training, and competency validation.

Lead Innovation - We lead with creativity, agility and think bold in our approach.

• Adapt to changing surgical schedules, case volumes, surgeon preferences, and operational priorities while maintaining patient safety and sterile technique.

• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and proactively prepare instruments, supplies, equipment, and procedural areas.

• Identify opportunities to improve surgical room setup, turnover, instrument organization, supply management, and overall operating-room efficiency.

• Support the implementation and appropriate use of new surgical equipment, instruments, technologies, procedures, and workflow improvements.

• Communicate barriers to case readiness, equipment availability, supply availability, or efficient workflow and assist in developing practical solutions.

• Demonstrate flexibility when supporting different surgical specialties, procedures, surgeons, and perioperative areas.

• Contribute ideas that improve patient safety, surgical efficiency, staff workflow, and the overall patient experience.

• Use resources responsibly and support efficient management of surgical supplies, instruments, equipment, and implants.

• Demonstrate initiative in identifying opportunities for process improvement while maintaining compliance with established standards and policies.

Deepen Connections - We build strong relationships with our patients, their families and partners in the communities we serve.

• Provide courteous, compassionate, and responsive assistance to patients throughout their surgical experience.

• Help patients feel safe, respected, and comfortable during preparation, positioning, transfer, and movement within the perioperative environment.

• Communicate effectively with nurses, surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, sterile processing staff, materials management, environmental services, and other members of the healthcare team.

• Support seamless transitions of patients between pre-operative, operating room, post-anesthesia recovery, and other clinical areas.

• Respond appropriately to patient questions and concerns, referring clinical questions to the appropriate licensed healthcare professional.

• Anticipate and respond to the needs of surgeons, nurses, anesthesia staff, and other members of the perioperative team.

• Foster a culture of teamwork, mutual respect, accountability, communication, and collaboration.

• Provide support and cross-coverage to other surgical services and perioperative areas as assigned.

• Build positive working relationships with physicians, clinical staff, support services, and other organizational partners.

• Support the needs of patients, families, and the perioperative team while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program required or preferred based on organizational requirements.

Preferred Education:

• Associate degree or other formal education in Surgical Technology or related healthcare field preferred.

Specialty Certification:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification preferred or required based on organizational policy and applicable regulations.

• Certification through an accredited surgical technology credentialing organization preferred.

• Additional specialty-specific education or certification preferred based on assigned surgical services.

• Current BLS certification

Required Experience:

• Previous experience as a Surgical Technologist or completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program.

• Experience in an operating room, ambulatory surgery center, hospital, or other perioperative environment.

• Experience with sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, surgical counts, room setup, room turnover, and surgical procedures.

• Experience working with multidisciplinary surgical teams.

Skills:

• Strong customer service, interpersonal communication, and teamwork skills.

• Strong knowledge of sterile technique, infection prevention, surgical instrumentation, and operating-room practices.

• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and perioperative team.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.

• Ability to accurately perform surgical counts and follow established counting procedures.

• Ability to identify and respond appropriately to breaks in sterile technique or other patient safety concerns.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced surgical environment.

• Ability to remain focused and attentive throughout surgical procedures.

• Ability to safely handle surgical instruments, equipment, supplies, implants, and specimens.

• Knowledge of infection prevention, standard precautions, sterile technique, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect patient privacy.

• Ability to communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals.

• Dependable, organized, flexible, and willing to assist wherever needed.

• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective during urgent or high-pressure situations.

• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, accountability, patient safety, and continuous improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Outpatient surgery center, hospital operating room, or other perioperative environment with exposure to pre-operative, operating room, post-anesthesia recovery, sterile processing, supply, and support areas.

• Fast-paced clinical environment with frequent surgical procedures, room turnover, equipment preparation, and changing case schedules.

• Frequent interaction with patients, families, surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, surgical technologists, sterile processing personnel, and other healthcare professionals.

• Exposure to surgical procedures, bodily fluids, medications, sharps, specimens, surgical smoke, cleaning and disinfecting agents, and other conditions typical of a surgical environment.

• Requires adherence to infection prevention practices, standard precautions, sterile technique, surgical attire, and personal protective equipment as applicable.

• May involve prolonged periods in the operating room and frequent movement between operating rooms, patient care areas, supply areas, and other departments.

• May involve exposure to anesthesia gases, surgical equipment, electrosurgical devices, lasers, radiation, and other procedural hazards requiring appropriate safety precautions.

• Primarily weekday hours with early start times; flexibility may be required based on surgical volume and operational needs.

• May require occasional extended hours, weekends, or schedule adjustments.

• May require cross-training or temporary coverage in other surgical services and perioperative areas.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday and during surgical procedures.

• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, twist, and move throughout the operating room while performing job duties.

• Ability to assist with patient positioning, transfers, and repositioning using appropriate safety techniques and equipment.

• Ability to push and maneuver stretchers, beds, carts, surgical equipment, and other equipment.

• Ability to lift and carry surgical instruments, supplies, equipment, trays, linens, and other materials as required.

• Ability to safely handle surgical instruments, sharps, equipment, and other procedural materials.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks associated with surgical setup, room turnover, cleaning, stocking, instrument handling, and equipment preparation.

• Ability to maintain concentration, visual attention, and fine motor skills throughout surgical procedures.

• Ability to respond promptly to patient, surgeon, staff, and operational needs.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

• Ability to wear required surgical attire and personal protective equipment for extended periods.

• Ability to work in environments requiring prolonged standing, limited movement, and sustained attention during surgical procedures.

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS: We believe in taking care of those who take care of our community. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that puts your health and well-being first. With our flexible medical plan, you’ll have access to multiple in-network tiers, including top-quality care from Snoqualmie Valley Health, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers. The best part? Anyone covered under our plan can receive care at SVH at no cost! It's all about giving you the options and support you need to experience life’s great adventures.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Pharmacy

• Life and AD&D

• Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Other Voluntary Benefits

Benefit Eligibility Requirements - Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.

Employee Dependents - Your legal spouse or domestic partner; dependent children until age 26.

Waiting Period - 1st of the month from the date of hire.

PLEASE NOTE:

• The flu vaccine or exception (during flu season) is required for employment, with exemptions available for valid medical or religious reasons.

• Snoqualmie Valley Health is a drug-free workplace. We complete drug screenings as part of our onboarding process.