Surgical Tech Intern — L&D (Hands-on OR)

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking a Surgical Technologist Intern for the L&D unit. The intern will provide patient care, assist with operative procedures, and ensure the proper functioning of medical instruments. Enrollment in a Surgical Technologist program is required, along with knowledge of asepsis and good communication skills. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire. This internship is a great opportunity for practical experience in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in final year of a Surgical Technologist program is required.
• Thorough knowledge of asepsis, instrumentation, and surgical procedures is necessary.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in primary scrub position during procedures.
• Assist with technical responsibilities in assigned operative procedures.
• Ensure appropriate instruments and supplies are available and in working condition.
• Provide labeled medications with correct doses on the sterile field.
• Support the operative team following patient care hand-off protocol.

Skills

Asepsis knowledge

Good communication skills

Technical equipment proficiency

Education

Enrollment in Surgical Technologist program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

A healthcare institution in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking a Surgical Technologist Intern for the L&D unit. The intern will provide patient care, assist with operative procedures, and ensure the proper functioning of medical instruments. Enrollment in a Surgical Technologist program is required, along with knowledge of asepsis and good communication skills. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire. This internship is a great opportunity for practical experience in a clinical setting.