Kaiser Permanente·Seattle, Washington
The Surgical Technician is responsible for scrubbing into surgeries, preparing sterile fields, and managing surgical equipment according to surgeon preferences. They also coordinate with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety and maintain an orderly environment throughout surgical procedures.
Scrub in for designated surgeries and carry out general O.R. duties, adhering to Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington preoperative nursing care standards, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington policies and contract agreements. Collect data and prepare for surgery in accordance with surgeons direction or preference. Select and prepare supplies and equipment. Establish and maintain a sterile field.
Interpersonal skills are measured by observation of behavior. Effectiveness of communication. Acceptance of criticism. Willingness to help others. Interpersonal relationships are characterized by trust, honesty, confidence, and respect. Meets expectations and job functions using effective communication with other health care team members. Shares pertinent patient data. Shares need for instrumentation etc. Seeks pertinent information in order to maintain high degree of efficiency. The Surgical Technologist recognizes limits of individual responsibility within the framework of their job description, while working toward mutual goals of the organization. The Surgical Technologist practitioner adheres to the AST Code of Ethics at all times in relationship to all members of the health care team. The Surgical Technologist possess a professional attitude that will promote responsibility as an individual an as a member of the health care team.
Professional
Development: Takes responsibility for his/her ongoing education and professional development. Identifies formal/informal opportunities and initiates activities to achieve said goals. Collaborates with unit manager or designee in completing self and colleague/team performance reviews. Adheres to KFHPW policies on attendance and punctuality. Participates in staff orientation and student activities. Applies the QA/I process to care delivery. Promotes and participates in professional meetings, conferences and groups in and outside of KFHPW in order to keep current in Surgical Technology. Passes both Competency requirements for clinical staff and unit specific competencies annually.
Professional affiliation and certification is preferred by date of hire/transfer. Minimum two (2) years of current continuous O.R. experience in surgical specialty.
Candidates must be graduates of an approved Surgical Technology program or equivalent training and hold a Washington Surgical Technologist registration. Basic Life Support certification is required, and two years of current continuous operating room experience is preferred.
Market context
Surgical technician roles in Washington typically reflect steady demand in hospitals and outpatient surgical settings, especially where operating room support is needed across multiple specialties. These jobs are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with prior OR experience, BLS certification, and familiarity with standard surgical instruments; on this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your BLS status and review the listed instrument set before submitting.