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Explore opportunities at The Corvallis Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. For more than 75 years, our multi-specialty group has been committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and exceptional careers to our team members. As a leading clinic in Oregon's mid-Willamette Valley, we serve more than a quarter-million people with offices in Corvallis, Albany and Philomath. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals, who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical Technicians work under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical Technologists are experts in the theory and application of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique to combine the knowledge of human anatomy and surgical procedures to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Are you looking to pick up some extra shifts, or work part time? We are looking for an experienced or military trained Surgical Tech to join our team! No weekends or holidays!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic that is consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within
• Assesses patient status during pre-op interview, and on a continuing basis
• Provides safe, therapeutic quality care to patients by utilizing the nursing process and nursing diagnosis in a timely manner and by setting appropriate priorities. Documents interventions and patient's responses
• Ensures provision of patient care in an organized and timely manner
• Utilizes nursing care standards when planning and implementing patient care
• Communicates appropriate information regarding patient conditions to those who require the information including, surgeons, anesthesia, management and other staff
• Safely carries out physician's orders correctly and promptly, documenting all activities
• Assists Anesthesia staff as needed
• Displays an understanding of each patient's cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturity in assessments, treatment and care
• Participates in the orientation and training of new employees
• Maintains competencies to function in RN role within specific area
• Protects sedated and anesthetized patients by identifying safety hazards such as electrical, equipment, pressure points and by minimizing exposure to maintain privacy and body temperature
• Expertise sin safety principles, asepsis, sterile technique and universal precautions
• Assesses, anticipates and implements appropriate care throughout the surgical process
• Other duties as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) OR Military trained Sterile Processing/Surgical Techs (must complete 16 CEU's every 2 years)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• 1+ years of experience in a Main Operating Room
• Must be able to work 2-4 times a month M-Th 7-5:30 (hours can vary)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Multispecialty experience: Orthopedics, GYN, Urology, General Surgery, ENT, and Ophthalmology

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understands the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon
• Necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field
• Ability to don OR attire and personal protective equipment (PPE); gathers, checks and opens supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure; sets up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with appropriate supplies
• Maintain skills in equipment usage and troubleshooting
• Prepares and anticipates additional instrumentation, equipment and supplies for usage during the procedure
• Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure
• Knowledge of basic clinical skills to provide patient care
• Ability to work well with providers, clinical staff and patients
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously in a busy, fast-paced environment while maintaining quality of work
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for confidentiality, Infection Control, Safety (OSHA), Attendance, Personal Electronic Equipment, Punctuality and Personal Appearance
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities including identification of opportunities for cost reductions and efficiencies

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.74 to $31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.