Surgical Tech

We are seeking full time, experienced Surgical Techs for our Surgery department

At Gritman, we pride ourselves on being the premier healthcare employer in the Palouse region. We want to bring exceptional care that's close to home for the members of our community. We are seeking experienced Surgical Techs who share our passion for providing excellent and compassionate care.

Benefits:

* Relocation assistance available
* Competitive pay dependent on experience
* Credential/Certification pay for advanced licensures
* Competitive shift differentials
* Paid time off and paid sick days
* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long and Short term disability
* Additional voluntary benefits
* Educational assistance program
* Tuition reimbursement program
* 401K/ Roth retirement plans with employer matching
* Childcare facility within the organization
* Flexible scheduling. We want you to have work-life balance

Requirements:

* Must be enrolled in or have completed a formal training program acceptable to the Idaho Board of Nursing
* Must be registered with or certified by a national organization acceptable to the Idaho Board of Nursing

Responsibilities:

* Assists circulating nurse with patient care.
* Gathers case cart, equipment, etc., for each surgery.
* Wipes down the operating room furniture and spotlights prior to the first surgery of the day as required.
* Prepares the operating room and surgical instruments for surgery.
* Performs sharps, sponge, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse, according to policy.
* Orders and restock supplies in assigned areas.
* Practices proper aseptic techniques.
* Assists circulating nurse with identification and proper care of all specimens., logs specimens into GIS in Pathology office.
* Has age specific knowledge and understanding of standard surgical equipment (i.e., tourniquet, spotlight, suction, cautery, etc.)
* Participates in orientation of new personnel and students.
* Assumes additional work responsibilities to help meet department needs (i.e., call)
* Cooperates with the risk management/nursing Continuous Quality Improvement in preparing reports and follow-up plans.