Technician Jobs at Legacy Health with Visa Sponsorship
Technician jobs at Legacy Health span clinical, imaging, and laboratory functions across their Pacific Northwest hospital network. Legacy Health has sponsored work visas for Technician positions, making them a viable target if you're on H-1B visa, OPT, CPT, TN visa, or J-1 visa status and building a healthcare career in the U.S.
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The Central Sterile Technician II is responsible for the decontamination, preparation, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and distribution of instruments, trays, equipment, and case carts used in the medical/surgical care of patients. Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland plays a vital role as a local and regional leader in serious clinical illness or injury. With around-the-clock expertise for critical health issues, including experts in trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, brain surgery and more, Legacy Emanuel is central to the health of our community and critical to the care of the Northwest.
Responsibilities
Instruments and equipment are properly decontaminated for safe handling.
- Wears proper protective attire.
- Operates decontamination equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
- Decontaminates instruments and equipment according to procedure.
- Evaluates the load for proper handling of delicate and specialty instruments and equipment.
Instruments are assembled and packaged for sterilization according to procedure.
- Ensures instruments are clean, in proper working order, and complete.
- Resets instrument sets without error.
- Processes specialty and general instruments.
- Ensures instrumentation/equipment is stored in the proper location.
- Cleans instrument supply shelves.
- Communicates instrument repair needs to supervisor.
- Anticipates instrument needs for Operating Room and other areas of the hospital.
Sterilization/Processing equipment is monitored for proper functioning and required documentation records are maintained.
- Operates and maintains sterilizers in a safe and appropriate manner according to manufacturer’s specifications.
- Processes may include, but are not limited to steam sterilization, scope disinfection, STERRAD sterilization, ultrasound cleaning, and Steris sterilization.
- Assures sterilization parameters are met and practices good aseptic technique.
- Documents and maintains accurate sterilization records.
- Reports any equipment problems to supervisor and/or maintenance contract personnel.
Computer is operated properly and safely.
- Accurately operates Instrument Tracking System.
Case carts, house-wide procedure carts, and/or instrument drawers are assembled accurately and in a timely manner to ensure instruments, supplies, and equipment are available for Surgery.
- Accurately assembles supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical cases.
- Disassembles case carts and returns supplies and instruments to proper locations.
- May be required to recognize incorrect pick tickets while checking the surgery schedule and communicate discrepancies to the Central Sterile Supervisor.
Routine and non-routine requests for materials, supplies, instruments, and equipment are responded to.
- Recommends improvements in storage, distribution, or work flow for easier identifications or retrieval of instruments and supplies.
- Issues and documents correct supplies or instruments and ensures the same are suitable for use.
- Maintains an adequate supply of sterile packs and supplies to meet area needs, using par levels as reorder points.
- Communicates immediate supply needs to supervisor.
- May assist in delivery of biopsy material to the appropriate Labs.
Department quality-management indicators are recorded and maintained.
- Performs biological and chemical monitoring in accordance with quality improvement standards.
- Communicates growth in biological indicators and takes appropriate action according to procedures.
- Integrates principles of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) action plans into daily practice through effective problem solving and utilization of resources.
Professional growth and development of self and others is promoted.
- Participates in activities to constructively facilitate change.
- Keeps abreast of recent changes to central processing and hospital/system standards by reading transmittals/communications within a month of distribution.
- Develops and implements a plan for meeting own learning needs.
- Assists in the orientation of new staff.
- Attends and documents job-related in-services/conferences.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience:
Two years (full time equivalent) central sterile experience strongly preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
Central Service Certification (by IAHCSMM or CBSPD) required
Skills/Abilities
- Understanding of the principles and methods of sterilization
- Understanding of the importance of infection control and good aseptic techniques
- Understanding of the importance of documentation
- Thorough knowledge of instruments and scopes
- Excellent verbal communication skills and telephone etiquette
Pay Range
USD $22.57 - USD $30.57 /Hr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
The Central Sterile Technician II is responsible for the decontamination, preparation, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and distribution of instruments, trays, equipment, and case carts used in the medical/surgical care of patients. Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland plays a vital role as a local and regional leader in serious clinical illness or injury. With around-the-clock expertise for critical health issues, including experts in trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, brain surgery and more, Legacy Emanuel is central to the health of our community and critical to the care of the Northwest.
Responsibilities
Instruments and equipment are properly decontaminated for safe handling.
- Wears proper protective attire.
- Operates decontamination equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
- Decontaminates instruments and equipment according to procedure.
- Evaluates the load for proper handling of delicate and specialty instruments and equipment.
Instruments are assembled and packaged for sterilization according to procedure.
- Ensures instruments are clean, in proper working order, and complete.
- Resets instrument sets without error.
- Processes specialty and general instruments.
- Ensures instrumentation/equipment is stored in the proper location.
- Cleans instrument supply shelves.
- Communicates instrument repair needs to supervisor.
- Anticipates instrument needs for Operating Room and other areas of the hospital.
Sterilization/Processing equipment is monitored for proper functioning and required documentation records are maintained.
- Operates and maintains sterilizers in a safe and appropriate manner according to manufacturer’s specifications.
- Processes may include, but are not limited to steam sterilization, scope disinfection, STERRAD sterilization, ultrasound cleaning, and Steris sterilization.
- Assures sterilization parameters are met and practices good aseptic technique.
- Documents and maintains accurate sterilization records.
- Reports any equipment problems to supervisor and/or maintenance contract personnel.
Computer is operated properly and safely.
- Accurately operates Instrument Tracking System.
Case carts, house-wide procedure carts, and/or instrument drawers are assembled accurately and in a timely manner to ensure instruments, supplies, and equipment are available for Surgery.
- Accurately assembles supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical cases.
- Disassembles case carts and returns supplies and instruments to proper locations.
- May be required to recognize incorrect pick tickets while checking the surgery schedule and communicate discrepancies to the Central Sterile Supervisor.
Routine and non-routine requests for materials, supplies, instruments, and equipment are responded to.
- Recommends improvements in storage, distribution, or work flow for easier identifications or retrieval of instruments and supplies.
- Issues and documents correct supplies or instruments and ensures the same are suitable for use.
- Maintains an adequate supply of sterile packs and supplies to meet area needs, using par levels as reorder points.
- Communicates immediate supply needs to supervisor.
- May assist in delivery of biopsy material to the appropriate Labs.
Department quality-management indicators are recorded and maintained.
- Performs biological and chemical monitoring in accordance with quality improvement standards.
- Communicates growth in biological indicators and takes appropriate action according to procedures.
- Integrates principles of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) action plans into daily practice through effective problem solving and utilization of resources.
Professional growth and development of self and others is promoted.
- Participates in activities to constructively facilitate change.
- Keeps abreast of recent changes to central processing and hospital/system standards by reading transmittals/communications within a month of distribution.
- Develops and implements a plan for meeting own learning needs.
- Assists in the orientation of new staff.
- Attends and documents job-related in-services/conferences.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience:
Two years (full time equivalent) central sterile experience strongly preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
Central Service Certification (by IAHCSMM or CBSPD) required
Skills/Abilities
- Understanding of the principles and methods of sterilization
- Understanding of the importance of infection control and good aseptic techniques
- Understanding of the importance of documentation
- Thorough knowledge of instruments and scopes
- Excellent verbal communication skills and telephone etiquette
Pay Range
USD $22.57 - USD $30.57 /Hr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Align your credentials with Oregon licensing requirements
Many Technician roles at Legacy Health require state licensure or certification before your start date. Confirm your credential is recognized in Oregon early, since USCIS petition timelines won't pause for pending license approvals.
Target Legacy Health's specialty-specific Technician postings
Legacy Health hires across radiology, surgical, laboratory, and sterile processing functions. Filtering by department rather than just job title helps you find openings where your specific technical training is the direct match, not a secondary qualification.
Search visa-sponsoring healthcare employers on Migrate Mate
Not every hospital listing signals willingness to sponsor. Use Migrate Mate to filter Legacy Health's open Technician roles by visa type, so you're only pursuing positions where sponsorship is already on the table.
Clarify CPT and OPT timing before your interview
If you're on F-1 OPT, your employment authorization end date matters to the hiring team. Bring documentation of your OPT card and any pending STEM extension eligibility to the offer conversation so HR can plan the H-1B filing window accurately.
Confirm the Labor Condition Application covers your work site
Legacy Health operates across multiple campuses. The DOL-certified LCA your employer files must list the actual worksite where you'll work. If your assignment shifts post-hire, your employer needs to file an amended LCA to stay compliant.
Request an offer letter that specifies your visa category
Before USCIS can process your H-1B or TN petition, the offer letter must explicitly name the visa classification being sponsored. Ask HR to confirm this detail is included rather than assuming it will appear automatically in a standard offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Legacy Health sponsor H-1B visas for Technicians?
Yes, Legacy Health has sponsored H-1B visas for Technician roles. Healthcare employers like Legacy typically file H-1B petitions for clinical and technical positions that meet the specialty occupation standard, meaning the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Confirm sponsorship intent directly with the recruiter during the screening stage, as not every Technician posting will qualify.
Which visa types are commonly used for Technician roles at Legacy Health?
Legacy Health sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and J-1 visas for Technician positions. F-1 OPT and CPT are common for recent graduates entering clinical or laboratory technician roles. TN status applies to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying technical occupations. J-1 is typically used for training or exchange-based placements in a hospital setting.
What qualifications or experience are expected for Technician roles at Legacy Health?
Requirements vary by department, but most Technician roles at Legacy Health expect an associate's or bachelor's degree in a relevant clinical or technical field, plus applicable certification such as ARRT for radiology or ASCP for laboratory roles. Oregon state licensure is required for certain positions before your first day. Prior hands-on clinical experience strengthens your application across all Technician categories.
How do I apply for Technician jobs at Legacy Health?
You can browse and apply for Legacy Health's open Technician roles through Migrate Mate, which filters positions by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm eligibility before applying. Applications go through Legacy Health's own hiring system, where you'll complete screening questions and, if selected, move through a structured interview process that typically includes clinical skills assessment for technical roles.
How do I plan my timeline when applying for a sponsored Technician role at Legacy Health?
Start the process as early as possible. If you're targeting H-1B sponsorship, the annual cap filing window opens in March for an October 1 start date, so a job offer needs to be in place well before then. OPT and CPT authorizations have their own expiration windows. Factor in time for DOL LCA certification, USCIS petition processing, and any Oregon licensure requirements that must be met before onboarding.