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Perioperative Support Tech

St Joseph Medical Center Tacoma, Washington
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The posted compensation range of $21.43 - $32.12 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-385836 Employment Type Full Time Department Surgery Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule 0700 - 1530, weekend, holiday, calls Remote No Category Nurse Assistant
Overview

In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities. 

CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.  

While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!


Responsibilities

Role:

The Perioperative Support Technician performs a variety of tasks to support the efficient and safe operation of the perioperative area.  Essential functions include, but are not limited to:  processing surgical instruments and equipment (disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, sterilization, and maintenance); maintaining inventory; ensuring a clean and sanitary operating room environment; and assisting with patient transport.  The incumbent must be able to lift and carry up to [Weight] pounds, push and pull equipment weighing up to [Weight] pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements.  The ability to follow detailed instructions, maintain attention to detail, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team is essential.  Adherence to Standard Precautions and all safety protocols is required. 


Qualifications

Job Requirements:  

One year of related work experience in an acute care hospital that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities.

Post-high school training specific to healthcare (i.e., central processing, health care assistant) preferred. 

Work experience in perioperative or as a military medic/corpsman is preferred. 

Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification. Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire.  This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements. 

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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