Samaritan Health Services·Portland, Oregon
Assist in the nursing care and preparation of surgical patients while maintaining a sterile environment. Perform technical scrub duties and ensure surgical equipment is functioning safely during procedures.
01.7041 smc operating room serv
$27.49 - $39.80
Care for our community, and your career.
Days/Nights: Eligible for Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance
Qualified candidate will function under the direct supervision of an RN and assist in Nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient by performing routine & delegated duties according to the standards and policies of the hospital and department. Candidate will perform technical duties relating to scrub personnel, including precise & efficient reaction to all situations & assist with departmental work as assigned. Surgical techs have a vital role in creating and maintaining a sterile surgical environment and ensure that surgical equipment is functioning properly & safely as well as assisting surgeons during surgical procedures.
Completion of a Certified Surgical Tech program preferred or current New York State LPN license eligible
Approved pharmacology course or previous medication experience and successful achievement in medications exam.
Knowledge in the use of cleaning/sterilization/disinfections of equipment and instrumentation utilized in the clinical operating room setting.
OR experience preferred
Desire to work within an Operating Room setting.
BLS required.
Continuing education requirements of 15 CEU's per year.
Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Work Shift: FLSA7DAY- 12 Hours Day Shift (United States of America)
Position Hours: 72
Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Completion of a Certified Surgical Tech program or a New York State LPN license is preferred. BLS certification and knowledge of equipment sterilization are required.
Market context
In Oregon, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with acute-care experience and current licensure. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license, BLS certification, and prior experience, with added value for those who can complete NIH Stroke Scale certification quickly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of recent patient-care experience before applying.
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