Surgical Technologist
Company: Optum
Location: Auburn
Posted on: February 8, 2025
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Job Description:
$7,500 Sign-on Bonus for external candidates
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For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your
opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs
integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start
Caring. Connecting. Growing together. -
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Position in this function is responsible for working with the
surgical team to insure that quality care is given to the patient.
Works with team members in providing assistance to the Surgeon by
being familiar with the surgical procedure, instruments, supplies
and equipment.
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Primary Responsibilities:
Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that
demonstrate Optum's commitment to superior customer service,
including quality, care and concern with each and every internal
and external customer
Assists in the assessment, planning and implementation of care
given to the surgical patient
Demonstrates ability to use supplies, equipment and instruments
appropriately
Follows strict principles of aseptic technique both in procedures
and in processing of equipment and instrumentation
Demonstrates competence in assisting with surgical procedures
Demonstrates knowledge of health and safety policies and
procedures, regulatory agency requirements, quality improvement
process, facility and departmental policies, procedures and
protocols
Demonstrates knowledge of Universal Precautions
Participates in the identification and implementation of
improvements in the delivery of quality care
Responds expediently and courteously to requests for help from
patients and staff
Uses judgment in seeking consultation from circulating Nurse and
other unit Nursing staff
Maintains composure and initiates emergency care as appropriate
according to ACLS guidelines
Works with team members in the selection of supplies,
instrumentation and equipment needed for patient care
Uses, protects, and discloses Optum patients' protected health
information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
Performs additional duties as assigned
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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:
Current WA State Surgical Technologist Registration (ST)
Current AHA/BLS Certification -
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Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technologists
Current ORT (Operating Room Technician) certification
2+ years of experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care
setting or a busy multi-specialty ASC
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The hourly range for this role is -$27.00 to $37.00 per hour based
on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including
but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum
wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth
Group offers 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
UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits
and incentives.
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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. - -
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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law. -
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OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment.
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