Surgical Tech Extern - Surgery - PRN 0.2 (as scheduled) (69579)

Memorial Health System - Ohio; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable comprehensive benefit package

Bonus eligibility for qualifying employees

Job summary

Memorial Health System - Ohio is seeking a Surgical Tech Extern in Marietta, OH. The role involves assisting in surgical procedures while completing the Surgical Technology program.

This position offers hands-on experience in a surgical department, with responsibilities including maintaining sterile environments and supporting surgical teams. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology program and hold a High School Diploma/GED.

Qualifications

• Completed the first half of the Surgical Technology program.
• BLS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform preparatory, scrubbing, and related services in the operating room.
• Ensure environmental disinfection and safety in the operating room.
• Transport patients and equipment.

Skills

Aseptic surgical techniques

Customer service

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Location: Marietta, OH 45750
Position Type: PRN
Job Shift: PRN
Job Category: Allied Health

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Surgical Tech Extern will gain hands‑on work experience while finishing up their last half of their degree program and clinical rotation. The Surgical Tech Extern will assist Surgical department with carrying out patient care activities within the scope of training and experience. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Job Functions

• Under the observation of the surgical tech, OR Nurse or Surgeon performs a variety of preparatory, scrubbing and related services necessary to provide patient service in the operating room and assists with surgical cases in all specialty areas.
• Provides a clean, safe, and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care.
• Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (this includes but not limited to assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons’ needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).
• Acts as a scrub assistant for surgical procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.
• Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety, and efficiency of the operating room. This includes but not limited to setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.
• Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.
• Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Maintains checking of the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology and must have completed the first half of the Surgical Technology program required.
• Recommendation by the instructor preferred.
• BLS required upon hire – will obtain during orientation if needed.

Special Knowledge, Skills, Training

• Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies, and equipment for various surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Compensation Details

Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits

Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees.

Bonus Eligibility

Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.

Employment and Legal Information

Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Memorial Health System is a federal drug‑free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.