Surgical Technologist Extern PRN

HCA•Gainesville, FL

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Surgical Technologist Extern PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida North Florida Hospital which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Surgical Technologist Extern PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! The Surgical Technologist Extern delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services to support the efficient operation of the surgical suite. Under the supervision of the Circulating RN, the Surgical Technologist Extern assists the surgical staff in the perioperative process in accordance with the Surgical Technologist Extern's skills/training and the needs of the Department, and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment. The Surgical Technologist Extern is currently enrolled and in good standing in an approved school of surgical technology and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is achieved.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Currently enrolled in an approved Surgical Technologist program - Required

Responsibilities

Collaborates with the Circulating RN and Surgical Tech to organize the operating suite with instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for the day. Reviews daily cases to ensure adequate stocking. Ensures proper functioning of equipment/instruments prior to procedures.
Assists in creating and maintaining an orderly sterile instrument table. Utilizes physician preference cards for efficient setup.
Assists in preparing for emergency and add on cases rapidly and effectively.
Assists with providing care and comfort for the patient throughout the perioperative process.
Transports patients to and from surgical suite as needed.
Aids in the transfer, positioning, prepping and draping of patients for surgical procedures in accordance with hospital standards.
Performs and/or assists in scrub/gown/glove process for self and team.
Assists surgical team during each procedure as instructed, including passing instruments, operating specialty equipment, patient monitoring, handling of medications or specimens, replenishing supplies. Performs more advanced duties once competency is achieved.
Assists in completing all sponge, sharp, and instrument counts and reports all discrepancies to the nurse or surgeon.
Assists with room turnover, including cleaning, restocking of supplies, and setup/cleaning/removal of equipment and instrumentation as needed.
Participates in patient and procedural verification.
Responds to lifesaving situations, including fire and disaster situations.
Responds promptly to on-call situations as scheduled.
Helps maintain a safe, organized environment for personnel and patients. Demonstrates commitment to patient safety initiatives including patient falls and restraints.
Ensures patient privacy and comfort. Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records, and advocates for patient rights as needed.
Applies the principles of asepsis to ensure the prevention of infection and maintain optimum patient care. Follows universal precautions as required by hospital and OSHA policies.
Demonstrates effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, and co-workers. Utilizes appropriate chains of command to communicate pertinent information.
Demonstrates knowledge of the occurrence reporting system. Uses system to report potential patient safety issues.
Contributes to performance improvement initiatives and works toward meeting and exceeding core measures, patient safety, and service excellence goals.
Performs other duties as assigned. ?
Practices and adheres to the "Code of Conduct" and "Mission and Value Statement."

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)