Surgical Technologist Extern

HCA Healthcare•Arlington, TX

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist Extern gains hands-on surgical experience while working with the surgical team. Under the guidance of the Circulating RN and experienced surgical staff, the extern assists throughout the surgical process and helps maintain a clean, organized surgical suite focused on patient safety. The role is part-time, with day shifts of 7–10 hours on weekdays only, at Medical City Arlington.

Requirements

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of the employment start date.
Vocational school graduate.
No experience required.
No travel required.

Responsibilities

Organize and stock the operating room with instruments, supplies, and equipment to prepare for procedures.
Assist with patient care before, during, and after surgery, including transport, positioning, and comfort.
Support the surgical team during procedures by managing sterile instruments, passing tools, and helping with counts and equipment.
Help maintain a clean, safe, and sterile environment through room turnover, restocking, and infection-control practices.
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and team members while protecting patient privacy and safety.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off, 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 and 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.