Surgical Technologist - Temporary Position

Description

Join Us in Ketchikan, Alaska – Where Work Meets Adventure! PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center is seeking candidates for a Temporary Surgical Technologist role!

• Schedule: Work 8-hour Day shifts, 40 hours per week
• Hospital: Ketchikan Medical Center
• Unit: 4 OR Suites: ortho, general, gyn, pediatric dental, ENT, trauma and urology surgeries

Why you'll love Ketchikan:

Ketchikan offers more than just a job—it’s a chance to live in one of Alaska’s most scenic and culturally rich communities. Known as the“Salmon Capital of the World” and the “Gateway to Alaska", Ketchikan is surrounded by lush rainforests, majestic mountains, and the sparkling waters of the Inside Passage.

• Natural Beauty Everywhere: Imagine waking up to views of the Inside Passage, with opportunities for hiking, kayaking, fishing, and wildlife spotting right outside your door.
• Rich Culture & History: Ketchikan is home to the world’s largest collection of totem poles and a thriving arts scene, blending Native heritage with modern creativity.
• Small-Town Charm with Modern Amenities: On an island with a population of 14,000, Ketchikan offers a peaceful, friendly community, where you’ll great dining, local shops, and essential services.
• Adventure at Your Fingertips: Whether you love boating, exploring trails, or simply enjoying the northern lights, Ketchikan offers experiences you won’t find anywhere else.
• Gateway to Alaska: With regular ferry and flights, you’re never too far from the rest of the world—but far enough to enjoy a truly unique lifestyle.

What you bring:

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program or recognized course of training as a Surgical Technologist
• Preferred: Minimum of 1-year experience as a surgical technologist in a full-service operating room
• Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs
• Basic Life Support Certification for Healthcare Provider
• Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist

Skills:

• Well organized, detail oriented and self-motivated
• Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others
• Ability to execute detailed procedures with accuracy and precision
• Basic computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications
• Understanding of operating room protocols

What you'll do:

This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the operative patient.

• Arrange and inventories sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the surgical team.
• Understand and apply the principles of asepsis.
• Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment.
• Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instrumentation.
• Assists with clean-up and room turnover.
• Access computer information as needed, such as preference lists and digital images.
• Participates in all safety initiatives. Adheres to programs such as SCIP and SCOAP quality initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Lifting Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasionally up to 30 lbs. force.

Environmental Conditions:

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual:

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.