Per Diem Surgical Tech
- Certification preferred
- 8-hour shifts
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $32.91–$48.92 an hour. Open surgical technologist jobs in Washington post a median of $42.71 an hour, the middle half $40.67–$48.62, across 47 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Surgical technologists employed in Washington earn a median of $37.15 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).
Surgical technologists in Washington: pay by town and employer
Union record
By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, a union bargains for workers at Jefferson Healthcare here: United Food & Commercial Workers 3000 at Port Townsend, WA (300 workers, contract up for renewal 31 Oct 2024). The union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in it. Healthcare union contracts.
Workplace injuries
Jefferson General Hospital (DBA Jefferson Healthcare) in Port Townsend reported 26 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 1,252,018 hours worked: 4.2 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. None describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Jefferson Healthcare
Medicare gives Jefferson Healthcare 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Washington's hospitals average 3.2). 85% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Washington hospitals by rating.
What Washington requires of a surgical technologist
Registered surgical technologist, from the Washington State Department of Health.
- Register with the Department of Health to represent yourself as a surgical technologist; the statute sets a registration with a fee and renewal but names no exam or national credential.
- Staying active: Set by Department rule (RCW 18.215.070); failure to renew invalidates the registration.
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%
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About the job
Surgical Tech
Per Diem
Announcement #353142
Jefferson Healthcare is currently looking for a highly skilled and dedicated per diem Surgical Tech. As a valued member of our team, you will play a crucial role in assisting with all aspects of surgery, including preparing the surgical room by sterilizing and laying out the necessary surgical instruments, as well as providing assistance during procedures. The ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to delivering the highest level of patient care, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. If you are a driven healthcare professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply today and become a part of our mission to provide outstanding care to our patients.
What can we offer you?
- Competitive salary
- 15% in addition to hourly wage in lieu of benefits
- Hands-on training
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
What you'll need
- High school graduate or GED equivalency
- Current WA State Surgical Technologist Registration
- Current BLS
- Previous hospital experience preferred
- Two years surgical services experience preferred
- National Certification preferred
Schedule: per diem; up to 16 hours a week; Day shift (8-hour shifts), no call
To apply: Please visit our careers website at https://jeffersonhealthcare.org/healthcare-careers/
About Jefferson Healthcare Surgical Services
Surgical Services at Jefferson Healthcare is a place like no other. Our team operates in a tight-knit work environment where we prioritize not only the well-being of our patients but also each other. The OR hallway offers stunning views of the Cascade Mountain Range and Mount Rainier beyond Puget Sound, making it a serene and calming place to recover. We're open every weekday, and our team provides 24/7 call coverage after hours.
Our Surgical Services include a Pre-Op Clinic, a Surgical short-stay unit, 3 OR Suites, 1 Endoscopy Room, PACU, and Sterile Processing. All the instrumentation used in Jefferson Healthcare, including the OR, the hospital, and all the clinics, is sterilized in our facility. We offer a wide range of services, including General, Ortho, Urology, OBGYN, Endoscopy, and minor Cardiology procedures. On average, we perform over 100 surgeries and 60 endoscopies each month, as well as over a hundred total hip and knee replacements every year.
At Jefferson Healthcare, we strive to provide the highest quality surgical services available, and our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to ensuring comfort and safety every step of the way.
Who We Are
Jefferson Healthcare is one of the Top Employers on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula and is close to Seattle, Victoria, BC, and Vancouver. We are a DNV-accredited, 5-star rated 25-bed Critical Access Hospital with six rural health clinics and a wide scope of specialty services; we provide exceptional care for more than 25,000 residents of East Jefferson County. We have numerous accreditations and awards and are recognized as Achieving Best Care by the Washington State Hospital Association. If you are looking to work with an exceptional team of professionals, we encourage you to consider Jefferson Healthcare. Work where your talent is truly appreciated.
Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Disclaimer : As part of Jefferson Healthcare's commitment to a safe and high-quality workplace, all candidates are required to complete pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, and for certain positions, a drug test.
Screenings are conducted in accordance with RCW 43.43.815, RCW 43.43.830-.842, and RCW 49.44.240, as well as Jefferson Healthcare's Drug and Alcohol Policy. Roles designated as safety-sensitive may be tested under a standard or modified (non-THC) drug panel, consistent with Washington State law.
From Jefferson Healthcare's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Jefferson Healthcare is a public critical access hospital with an emergency department in Port Townsend, WA. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, therapists and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Jefferson Healthcare
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