Surgical Tech Extern: OR Support & Hands-on Training

Henry Ford Health; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital is seeking a Surgical Tech Extern to assist in the operating room under supervision. You will help set up the OR, position patients, and pass instruments while ensuring safety and sterility throughout procedures.

The role requires active enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology program, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift and move patients and supplies. BLS certification is obtained during orientation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• Active enrollment in an accredited surgical technology program with completed initial clinical rotations.
• For extern role: 12–16 month duration and active school enrollment; provide transcripts and plan of work.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical surgical care under RN and Surgical Technologist supervision.
• Assist in setting up OR, transport and position patients, handle instruments and supplies.
• Support with retractions, sutures, and surgical counts during procedures.

Skills

Lifting ability

Surgical teamwork

Stamina for long procedures

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Actively enrolled in Surgical Technology program

Job description

Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital is seeking a Surgical Tech Extern to assist in the operating room under supervision. You will help set up the OR, position patients, and pass instruments while ensuring safety and sterility throughout procedures.

The role requires active enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology program, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift and move patients and supplies. BLS certification is obtained during orientation.