Surgical Intern: Hands-On Tech & Patient Prep

CommonSpirit Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Surgical Tech Intern in Lincoln, NE. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting surgical teams, preparing instruments, and learning patient care protocols within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include instrument care, assisting with procedures, patient prepping, and assisting nurses during circulating duties. Strong eagerness to learn and solid work ethic are essential for professional growth in this role.

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED required.
• Second quarter in accredited Surgical Technology program (student) required.
• First semester in accredited Registered Nursing program (student) required.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Plans for and prepares necessary instruments, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures with minimal assistance.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in care and use of instruments and supplies used to assist physicians in most surgical procedures.
• Assists in circulating duties with a registered nurse.
• Performs surgical technician duties under supervision; may scrub minor or major cases with supervision, never scrubs alone.
• Assists with prepping patient for procedure as directed.
• Assists in positioning and draping the patient.

Job description

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Surgical Tech Intern in Lincoln, NE. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting surgical teams, preparing instruments, and learning patient care protocols within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include instrument care, assisting with procedures, patient prepping, and assisting nurses during circulating duties. Strong eagerness to learn and solid work ethic are essential for professional growth in this role.