Surgical Services Technologist (Surgical Tech) Job at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland

Department Overview: South Operating Room (SOR) is a Level 1 Trauma Operating Room (OR) and is the main OR at OHSU. It is a large, primarily adult inpatient OR with 25 suites. The primary service lines include but are not limited to: Cardiothoracic, General Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Colorectal, Bariatric, Gynecology, Oral Maxillofacial, Neurosurgery, Spine, Orthopedic, Otolaryngology, Plastics, Transplant, Urology, Vascular, Gender Aff... and Trauma. SOR provides intraoperative care and surgical services for populations ranging from early adolescents to geriatric populations with occasional pediatric patients. This includes care across the acuity spectrum from elective to emergency surgery. This surgical location supports approximately 14,000 cases annually or 50 cases per day Monday through Friday and 16 cases per day, on both Saturday and Sunday. SOR is open 24 hours per day, 7 days a week and has an elective schedule 7 days per week in addition to supporting acute urgent and emergent care.. The ST performs the delegated duties that ensure that the OR environment is safe, that equipment is cleaned and functions appropriately, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The ST possesses expertise in the application of sterile and aseptic technique; he/she combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to safely facilitate invasive and/or diagnostic procedures. The ST has the ability to manage stressful/unusual situations in a positive manner, and embraces the OHSU Core Competencies (Accountability, Collaboration, Communication, Diversity, Integrity, Respect, Service Orientation, Teamwork) into his/her practice. Function/Duties of Position Surgical Technician Role Expectations Demonstrate Proficiency in clinical skills/knowledge specific to Perioperative Services. Demonstrates a working knowledge of sterile technique. Proficient in the scrub role in the surgical specialties. Provides fundamental components of patient comfort, safety, privacy and respect within the perioperative setting. Identifies and develops areas of expertise within the surgical specialties. Demonstrates working knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, and supplies. Performs effectively in emergent situations. Recognizes and effectively responds as directed in emergency situations. CPR certified..Responds appropriately as directed in a code situation. Manages time effectively. Accomplishes caseload assignments in a timely manner. Completes turnover of the operating room between cases before or within the established timelines. Uses unassigned time productively Teaching And Education Participates in the education and development of others. Participates in orientation and teaching of area specific skills. Serves as a resource for other staff members, students, and residents.