Surgical Technologist Intern

McLaren Health Care • Bay City, MI

2h

About The Position

Acts as the primary scrub person who handles instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. The intern supports surgical procedures in a third-scrub role and may function as first scrub in minor OR procedures after successfully validating skills with a certified and licensed McLaren-Bay employee. The role also assists with OR setup and cleanup under staff direction and helps maintain a safe, orderly work environment. The position serves patients from infancy through geriatric age, according to department standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited CST program.
• Graduation from the program pending in five months.
• CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical capability to perform job responsibilities with or without accommodation.
• Personal contact with various Medical Center employees.

Responsibilities

• Function as a third scrub as assigned to support extremities, hold retractors, and sponge the operative area as needed.
• Function as first scrub in minor OR procedures after successful skill validation by a certified and licensed McLaren-Bay employee. Procedures may include D&Cs, hernias, arthroscopies, cystoscopies, and C-sections.
• Expand knowledge by participating in various surgical procedures or attending department in-services as time permits.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly work environment while adhering to established policies.
• Assist with OR setup and cleanup under the direction of McLaren-Bay staff.
• Organize and appropriately prioritize assigned work responsibilities.
• Respond to real or simulated emergencies and disaster situations according to established policies.
• Respect patient rights by providing privacy and maintaining confidentiality of information.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Provide for the age-specific needs of patients from infancy through geriatric age according to department standards, as evidenced by observation, documentation, and peer feedback.
• Perform other related duties as required and directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED