Intern Surgical

CommonSpirit Health • Lincoln, NE

10d

About The Position

The Intern Surgical provides support for surgical procedures while gaining hands-on experience and professional development. The intern plans for and prepares the instruments, supplies, and equipment required for procedures, and demonstrates knowledge and technical skill in their care and use. The role assists a physician during most surgical procedures, supports circulating duties alongside a registered nurse, and performs surgical technician duties under the direct supervision of a certified surgical technician or registered nurse. Depending on the case and supervision, the intern may first scrub minor cases, second scrub major cases, or first scrub major cases with a certified surgical technician directly supervising. The intern never scrubs alone. The role also assists with patient preparation, positioning, and draping as directed.

Requirements

• High school graduate with general studies, or a high school GED with general studies.
• Complete the second quarter as a student in an accredited Surgical Technology program, or complete the first semester of an accredited registered nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and prepare the instruments, supplies, and equipment required for surgical procedures.
• Care for and use instruments, supplies, and equipment to assist the physician during most surgical procedures.
• Assist with circulating duties alongside a registered nurse.
• Perform surgical technician duties under the direct supervision of a certified surgical technician or registered nurse.
• Scrub minor cases or major cases as permitted by the role and required supervision; never scrub alone.
• Assist with preparing the patient for a procedure as directed.
• Assist with positioning and draping the patient.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED