Tact Staff
Travel Surgical Technologist - $2,380 per week
Tact Staff, Aberdeen, Washington, United States, 98520
Tact Staff is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Aberdeen, Washington.Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Surgical TechnologistDiscipline:
Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date:
ASAPDuration:
13 weeks40 hours per weekShift:
8 hoursEmployment Type:
TravelThis position is a 13-week contract, 32 hours a week, 8 hour Primarily day shift, hours do vary according to the OR schedule and there will be on-call hours. Holidays are normally off unless you are on-call. Must have a current WA license and BLS.
We are located close to the PNW beaches and the Olympic National Forrest.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) provides necessary support to the OR, PACU and Day Surgery areas. He/she keeps assigned areas clean, sanitary, aseptic and attractive by following department cleaning procedures. The CST assists the staff with preparation of equipment and supplies needed for procedures. He/she may be asked to assist with clerical or other non-nursing administrative duties related to the department. The CST assumes other duties as assigned by the Director or designee.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Accountable to:
Director of Surgical Services, or in the absence of the Director, is responsible to the Surgery Charge RN.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
1.
Current certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists required
2.
Minimum one year hospital surgical background preferred
3.
High School graduate or equivalent (GED)
4.
Successful completion of Surgical Technologist Course or equivalent experience
5.
Possess a basic and thorough knowledge of the functions and philosophies of the OR Department
6.
Demonstrate knowledge of asepsis and sterile techniques
7.
Ability to work swiftly and skillfully under stressful circumstances
8.
Ability to work with a myriad of physicians
9.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment
10.
Ability to lift forty (40) pounds from floor to waist, and from chair to bed level.
11.
Ability to pull fifty (50) pounds from stretcher to bed
12.
Ability to push fifty (50) pound stretcher 300 feet
13.
Ability to lift five (5) pounds overhead
14.
Demonstrates accurate judgment and decision-making ability consistent with Surgical Technologists knowledge and skillsTact Medical Staffing Job ID #490141. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Tech - SurgicalAbout Tact Staff
Our nurses choose Tact assignments because it provides the opportunity to take on new challenges in their careers while they travel across the United States and gain enriching experiences on a professional and personal level.Our dedicated team of staffing consultants will work with you and be your advocate as you choose to embark on new assignments. Our team is committed to providing our nurses and allied professionals with the most rewarding healthcare assignments and choices at primer healthcare institutions nationwide. Let us handle the details; you choose the job and location that are right for you.Be Adventurous,
Make a Difference , Travel with Tact.Be Adventurous -
Becoming a travel nurse or allied professional is not only a professional adventure, but a personal adventure as well. It is an opportunity to challenge yourself, to explore a new place, and try amazing food...Make a Difference
- Nurses and allied professionals make such a huge difference in so many lives. The care and compassion you show to your patients, does not go unnoticed. We know how important your jobs is, which is why we take our job as recruiters so seriously. Being able to place nurses and allied professionals in hospitals, where you are doing something as crucial as saving lives, is something we feel thankful to be able to do.Travel with Tact
- From the moment we receive your resume we begin trying to build a relationship with you. We know the importance of becoming your friend, before becoming your recruiter. Building friendly, yet professional relationships allows us to discover what you truly want... and don't want in a travel assignment.
Specialty:
Surgical TechnologistDiscipline:
Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date:
ASAPDuration:
13 weeks40 hours per weekShift:
8 hoursEmployment Type:
TravelThis position is a 13-week contract, 32 hours a week, 8 hour Primarily day shift, hours do vary according to the OR schedule and there will be on-call hours. Holidays are normally off unless you are on-call. Must have a current WA license and BLS.
We are located close to the PNW beaches and the Olympic National Forrest.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) provides necessary support to the OR, PACU and Day Surgery areas. He/she keeps assigned areas clean, sanitary, aseptic and attractive by following department cleaning procedures. The CST assists the staff with preparation of equipment and supplies needed for procedures. He/she may be asked to assist with clerical or other non-nursing administrative duties related to the department. The CST assumes other duties as assigned by the Director or designee.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Accountable to:
Director of Surgical Services, or in the absence of the Director, is responsible to the Surgery Charge RN.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
1.
Current certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists required
2.
Minimum one year hospital surgical background preferred
3.
High School graduate or equivalent (GED)
4.
Successful completion of Surgical Technologist Course or equivalent experience
5.
Possess a basic and thorough knowledge of the functions and philosophies of the OR Department
6.
Demonstrate knowledge of asepsis and sterile techniques
7.
Ability to work swiftly and skillfully under stressful circumstances
8.
Ability to work with a myriad of physicians
9.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment
10.
Ability to lift forty (40) pounds from floor to waist, and from chair to bed level.
11.
Ability to pull fifty (50) pounds from stretcher to bed
12.
Ability to push fifty (50) pound stretcher 300 feet
13.
Ability to lift five (5) pounds overhead
14.
Demonstrates accurate judgment and decision-making ability consistent with Surgical Technologists knowledge and skillsTact Medical Staffing Job ID #490141. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Tech - SurgicalAbout Tact Staff
Our nurses choose Tact assignments because it provides the opportunity to take on new challenges in their careers while they travel across the United States and gain enriching experiences on a professional and personal level.Our dedicated team of staffing consultants will work with you and be your advocate as you choose to embark on new assignments. Our team is committed to providing our nurses and allied professionals with the most rewarding healthcare assignments and choices at primer healthcare institutions nationwide. Let us handle the details; you choose the job and location that are right for you.Be Adventurous,
Make a Difference , Travel with Tact.Be Adventurous -
Becoming a travel nurse or allied professional is not only a professional adventure, but a personal adventure as well. It is an opportunity to challenge yourself, to explore a new place, and try amazing food...Make a Difference
- Nurses and allied professionals make such a huge difference in so many lives. The care and compassion you show to your patients, does not go unnoticed. We know how important your jobs is, which is why we take our job as recruiters so seriously. Being able to place nurses and allied professionals in hospitals, where you are doing something as crucial as saving lives, is something we feel thankful to be able to do.Travel with Tact
- From the moment we receive your resume we begin trying to build a relationship with you. We know the importance of becoming your friend, before becoming your recruiter. Building friendly, yet professional relationships allows us to discover what you truly want... and don't want in a travel assignment.