Surgical Tech Apprentice

Infirmary Health • Mobile, AL

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About The Position

Performs technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for perioperative patients under the direction of a supervising certified Surgical Technologist or RN. Prepares patients’ skin for surgery according to Infirmary Health standards, positions patients based on the type of surgery, and maintains aseptic techniques. Cleans, prepares, stores, distributes, and maintains supplies, equipment, and instruments to support efficient operating room operations and patient safety.

Requirements

• Enrollment in an accredited school of Surgical Technology.
• BLS certification.
• For Student Surgical Technologist Apprentice 1: Complete field training in OJL competencies and pass first-semester SUR courses with a grade of C or higher.
• For Student Surgical Technologist Apprentice 2: Demonstrate fundamentals in all OJL competencies and pass second-semester SUR courses with a grade of C or higher.
• For Student Surgical Technologist Apprentice 3: Demonstrate proficiency in all OJL competencies and complete all courses required for the Surgical Technology AAS degree with a grade of C or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and caring for perioperative patients under the direction of a supervising certified Surgical Technologist or RN.
• Prepare patient skin for surgery in accordance with Infirmary Health standards.
• Position patients according to the type of surgery.
• Maintain aseptic techniques.
• Clean, prepare, store, distribute, and maintain supplies, equipment, and instruments for operating room efficiency and patient safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed