Surgical Technologist
Seattle, Washington
Swedish Medical Center - First Hill Campus

Job Opportunity: GI/Endo Tech

Location: Seattle, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a Surgical Services specialty within a large endoscopy department at a level two trauma, tertiary medical center.
• Patient population includes 30% inpatient, 70% outpatient, and 10% pediatrics.
• Responsibilities include assisting with high-level disinfection (HLD) of scopes, room turnover, and intra-procedural assistance to physicians for general and advanced therapeutic endoscopy procedures.
• Must be flexible to work any start time within the day shift (4x10 hour shifts, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM).
• Weekend work required every other weekend.
• Float pool assignment required (may float to other Providence facilities within reasonable distance).

Required Qualifications

• Endoscopy Technician with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Endoscopy Technician experience must be within the last year.

Schedule

• Day shift: 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (7:00 AM to 7:30 PM).
• Every other weekend required.
• Return to office (RTO) for Aya offer only 4 days, no holiday; more than 4 days requires manager approval.

Licensure & Certifications

• BLS certification (AHA Instructor, Provider, or RQI or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation equivalent).
• Surgical Tech or MA-Certified or Nursing Assistant certification required.
• Other certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, IV Certification, and others may be required based on unit-specific needs (verify with clinical track).

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years; must be updated annually.
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests, THC inclusion rules apply).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO, indicating fitness to work.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • TDAP (within 10 years, declination accepted)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season
  • COVID vaccine or declination
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually for respirator use (travel only).

References and Employment History

• Minimum of 2 references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting.
• Employment application required with at least the last 5 years of employment history.

Additional Requirements

• Must complete required WorkRamp modules annually, including:

  • System-level regulatory modules
  • Specialty-specific modules for Surgical Tech and Endoscopy roles
  • Regional and facility-specific training modules as applicable
• Photo for badge not required for this facility.
• Float policy acknowledgment required.

Notes

• First-time travelers accepted.
• Candidates from other Providence facilities (non-Swedish) are eligible if separated for at least 3 months.
• This role involves working with a diverse patient population and requires advanced technical skills in endoscopy.
• Flexibility in scheduling and floating to other units/facilities is mandatory.

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