Sr. Surgery Associate

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge is looking for a dedicated and experienced Certified Sr. Surgery Associate to join our Surgery Department on a part-time basis (30 hours per week). In this vital role, you will provide advanced surgical support, including preparing operating rooms, ensuring proper instrument sterilization, assisting surgical teams during procedures, and maintaining a sterile environment. The ideal candidate will hold current certification, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and possess a solid understanding of surgical protocols and patient safety standards. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and thrive in a collaborative surgical setting, we invite you to join our mission-driven team.

In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.

Job Summary:

Schedules surgical procedures, based on physician instructions. Generates and distributes surgery schedules to selected departments throughout the facility. Assumes responsibility for telephone communications and general clerical functions. Corresponds with assigned charge nurses to ensure fluency of scheduled surgical cases and overall throughput of the day. Assists with orienting and providing on-the-job skills training to others. Guides others in the completion of tasks within clearly defined schedules as set by management.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Two years' technical experience: Preferred

Essential Functions:

• Schedules surgical service, operating room, endoscopy lab, catheterization lab and obstetric modalities, maintaining accuracy surrounding patients, physicians, procedures, assistants, time, special needs and equipment, based on physician instructions.
• Prepares and conducts timely, efficient and accurate three day follow-up before daily surgical service huddles.
• Notifies appropriate persons and departments about scheduled, modified or cancelled cases that are elective, inpatient or add-on. Provides special attention to cases with special needs or equipment requests from total join services, obstetrics, pathology, radiology and material management.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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