Surgical Tech/OR Tech - Scrub Tech 6
- $20,000 sign-on bonus (2-year commitment)
How this pay compares
This posting states $29.83–$49.95 an hour. Open surgical technologist jobs in Oregon post a median of $40.82 an hour, the middle half $38.53–$44.86, across 37 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Surgical technologists employed in Oregon earn a median of $39.13 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
What Oregon requires of a surgical technologist
Surgical technologist certification from a nationally accredited certifying organization approved by the Oregon Health Authority, from the Oregon Health Authority, Public Health Division (ORS 676.875).
- Completed an accredited surgical technology program and holds a certification the Authority approves. Other routes: a registered apprenticeship in surgical technology, military surgical technologist training, or practice in at least two of the three years before 1 Jan 2017.
- Staying active: Military-trained and legacy workers need 16 hours of Authority-approved continuing education every two years.
Surgical tech and sterile processing jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 20.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 72.3%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 1.35x · Clicks 22
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 51.4% · Stating an hourly rate 39.0%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 11 Nov 2026. Every figure for Surgical tech and sterile processing jobs
About the job
Overview Position: Surgical Tech - Scrub Tech 6 $20,000 Sign on Bonus with a two year commitment. Schedule/Shift: 1.0 FTE Schedule: Monday - Friday Hours: 0630 - 1500 Holiday A rotation Call rotation - Housing available when on call overnight. Current average 4 nights in a month! Compensation Range: Surgical Tech I: $29.83 - $49.95/hour (Step Scale 1 - 20) Surgical Tech II: $31.61 - $52.92/hour (Step Scale 1 - 20) Surgical Tech III: $32.56 - $54.52/hour (Step Scale 1 - 20) + any applicable shift differential Join Our Growing Team at Good Shepherd Health Care System At Good Shepherd Health Care System, we put "Patients First. Always." We are committed to bringing state-of-the-art care closer to home and providing exceptional care to our community. Why Choose Good Shepherd? Independent & Financially Stable organization Top-tier benefits package offering 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for both employees and their families. State-of-the-Art Facilities & Services Supportive Administration & Culture Thriving, Growing Region supporting outdoor lifestyle & adventure. Good Shepherd Health Care System remains one of the largest employers in the area and plays a pivotal role in the region's continued growth. DEFINITION OF POSITION: Performs a variety of technical duties to assist the surgeon, patient and or team with surgical procedures. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes Must be able to: 1. Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of Efficiency or composure 2. Work independently 3. Recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality 4. Convey empathy and compassion to those expressing pain, grief or trauma 5. Relate to others in a manner that creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation 6. Incorporate guest relations in daily activities. Working Conditions Inside environment, protected from the weather but not necessarily temperature changes. Subject to frequent exposure to infection, contagious disease, and hazardous materials and equipment. Occasionally subject to combative patients. Variable noise levels. Also subject to rapid pace, multiple stimuli, unpredictable environment, and critical situations. Physical Demands/Traits Must be able to: 1. Perceive the nature of sounds by the ear 2. Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word 3. Perceive characteristics of objects through the eyes 4. Extend arms and hands in any direction 5. Seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise work with hands 6. Pick, pinch, or otherwise work with fingers 7. Able to lift/carry 50 lbs or more 8. Able to tolerate frequent prolonged standing/walking 9. Able to lift, position, push and/or transfer patients. Qualifications Qualifications: Surgical Tech I Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred: NA Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: None required. Preferred: NA Experience Required: NA Preferred: One-year perioperative services experience preferred. Qualifications Surgical Tech II Education Required: Associate degree or National Certification. Preferred: NA Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: Associate degree or National Certification. Preferred: NA Experience Required: NA Preferred: 6 months’ clinical experience preferred. Qualifications Surgical Tech III Education Required: Associate degree. Preferred: Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: Certified Surgical Technologist. Preferred: Experience Required: three years of perioperative experience. Other: Surgical Tech I, II, III Exposure to blood, sharp instruments and other devices, body fluids and tissue, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions Standing and walking for extensive periods of time Working irregular hours including call hours Manual and finger dexterity Hand and eye coordination Corrected vision and hearing within normal range 40 Hours USD $29.83/Hr. USD $54.52/Hr. 01-3210 Surgery - Hospital Day
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes Must be able to: 1. Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of Efficiency or composure 2. Work independently 3. Recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality 4. Convey empathy and compassion to those expressing pain, grief or trauma 5. Relate to others in a manner that creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation 6. Incorporate guest relations in daily activities. Working Conditions Inside environment, protected from the weather but not necessarily temperature changes. Subject to frequent exposure to infection, contagious disease, and hazardous materials and equipment. Occasionally subject to combative patients. Variable noise levels. Also subject to rapid pace, multiple stimuli, unpredictable environment, and critical situations. Physical Demands/Traits Must be able to: 1. Perceive the nature of sounds by the ear 2. Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word 3. Perceive characteristics of objects through the eyes 4. Extend arms and hands in any direction 5. Seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise work with hands 6. Pick, pinch, or otherwise work with fingers 7. Able to lift/carry 50 lbs or more 8. Able to tolerate frequent prolonged standing/walking 9. Able to lift, position, push and/or transfer patients.
Qualifications: Surgical Tech I Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred: NA Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: None required. Preferred: NA Experience Required: NA Preferred: One-year perioperative services experience preferred. Qualifications Surgical Tech II Education Required: Associate degree or National Certification. Preferred: NA Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: Associate degree or National Certification. Preferred: NA Experience Required: NA Preferred: 6 months’ clinical experience preferred. Qualifications Surgical Tech III Education Required: Associate degree. Preferred: Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: Certified Surgical Technologist. Preferred: Experience Required: three years of perioperative experience. Other: Surgical Tech I, II, III Exposure to blood, sharp instruments and other devices, body fluids and tissue, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions Standing and walking for extensive periods of time Working irregular hours including call hours Manual and finger dexterity Hand and eye coordination Corrected vision and hearing within normal range
From Good Shepherd Health Care System's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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