Surgical Tech Extern

HCA Healthcare • Salem, VA

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About The Position

The Surgical Technologist Extern delivers high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated basic patient care services that support the efficient operation of the surgical suite. Under the supervision of the Circulating RN, the extern assists surgical staff during the perioperative process in accordance with their skills and training and departmental needs. The extern also helps maintain a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment. The position is for someone currently enrolled and in good standing in an approved school of surgical technology; higher-level procedures may be performed after competency is achieved. Hours are PRN.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an approved Surgical Technologist program.
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated basic patient care services to support the efficient operation of the surgical suite.
• Assist surgical staff in the perioperative process under the supervision of the Circulating RN and in accordance with skills, training, and department needs.
• Help maintain a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment.
• Perform higher-level procedures after competency is achieved.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Paid time off and paid family leave
• Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED