Surgical Tech Extern PRN

West Valley Medical Center; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 28,034 - 39,247; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision services

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) plan with match

Education support and tuition assistance

Fertility and family building benefits

Job summary

West Valley Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist Extern to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic surgical setting. This position offers the chance to work alongside a skilled team focused on patient care and safety.

The extern will assist throughout the surgical process, ensuring the operating room remains organized and sterile, while also supporting patient care before, during, and after surgery. Comprehensive benefits are provided, including medical, dental, and education support.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and stocking the operating room with instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Assisting with patient care before, after and during surgery.
• Supporting the surgical team during procedures by managing sterile instruments.
• Helping maintain a clean, safe and sterile environment.
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with patients, families and team members.

Education

Currently enrolled in an approved Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate

$20.35 - $28.49 / hour

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Surgical Technologist Extern, you’ll gain invaluable hands‑on surgical experience while working alongside a highly skilled team committed to caring for and improving human life. Under the guidance of the Circulating RN and experienced surgical staff, you’ll expand your skills by assisting throughout the surgical process and helping ensure the surgical suite remains clean, organized and focused on patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and stocking the operating room with instruments, supplies and equipment to ensure each procedure is fully prepared and supported.
• Assisting with patient care before, after and during surgery, including transport, positioning and comfort.
• Supporting the surgical team during procedures by managing sterile instruments, passing tools and helping with counts.
• Helping maintain a clean, safe and sterile environment through room turnover, restocking and infection control practices.
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with patients, families and team members while protecting patient privacy and safety.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an approved Surgical Technologist Program.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification within 30 days of employment start date.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑term and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3%–9% of pay based on years of service, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts and retirement resources.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Location

West Valley Medical Center, Caldwell, Idaho (approximately 150 beds). The hospital is part of the HCA Healthcare network located in the Treasure Valley.

EEO Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.