Surgical Tech Extern, Operating Room, Part-Time, Days

Prisma Health • Seneca, SC

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About The Position

The student surgical technologist assists the surgeon during surgical procedures ranging from routine to moderate to difficult. The student receives guidance and instruction from staff members at all levels throughout the role. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited educational program for surgical technologists.
• Completed two quarters of clinical school coursework.
• BLS required.
• Advanced skills for the individual's level in school, including procedures, principles, and scrubbing practices.

Responsibilities

• Learn to assess the needs of the patient and surgeon using physician preference cards, policy and procedure manuals, and knowledgeable peers.
• Scrub with assistance or supervision and recognize personal skill level.
• Develop operating room nursing care plans in collaboration with RN V, ST IV, Assistant Nurse Manager, and peers.
• Continuously improve scrubbing skills, including aseptic technique, draping, suturing, and basic instrument care.
• Organize work and begin to demonstrate the ability to prioritize.
• Make the physician and/or nurse manager aware of changing clinical situations.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the rotation.

What This Job Offers

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