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Certified Surgical Technician or First Assist (CST)

McMinnville, Oregon

Req ID 301381 Post Date Apr. 17, 2025 CategoryTechnical & Diagnostic Services FacilityWillamette Valley Medical Center
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Job Title: Certified Surgical Tech (CST)  or Certified Surgical Tech First Assist (CSTFA)
Job Type: FT - Days w/On Call

Sign-On Bonus: up to $15,000 commitment-incentive bonus

Your experience matters: Willamette Valley Medical Center

At Willamette Valley Medical Center, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you’ll support those in our facilities who interface with and provide care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.

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Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please get in touch with Ronald De Castro by calling or texting 509-542-7879 or via email Ronald.DeCastro@lifepoint.net

What do we offer:

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  

  • up to $15,000.00 commitment-incentive bonus or sign-on bonus.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts  
  • Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees 
  • Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage 
  • Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching  
  • Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness 
  • Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements: 

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, Preferred

Minimum work Experience 
Need to have at least 6 months on the job at another facility. 

Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions: Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies. Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments.
Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients. Passes instruments to the physician during surgery. Continually accounts for the number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery. Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.

Non-Essential Functions 

  • Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.
  • Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.
  • Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA). Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About Us
Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed hospital located in McMinnville, OR, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters

EEOC Statement

“Willamette Valley Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

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