Surgical Technician Extern

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Surgical Technologist Extern to assist in sterile preparation and be an integral part of the operating room team. You will work under supervision before, during and after surgeries, ensuring sterility and contributing to direct patient care in the OR.

Requires current BLS certification and enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technologist program; PRN shifts offered, with a bi-weekly minimum of 12 hours, based on department needs.

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technologist curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Assist with room duties involved with direct patient care in the OR.
• Function as a member of the operating room team under supervision of a Surgical Technician or Scrub Nurse.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in Surgical Technologist curriculum

Job description

Job Description Summary

Works under a surgeon's supervision before, during and after various types of surgeries. A surgical assistant's duties may include: ... Moving patients into the operating room and positioning patients before surgeries. Ensuring that the room remains sterile. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC001521 LAN - OR (Operating Room) (LMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-26 Scheduled Weekly Hours 12 Work Shift

Job Description

Under the supervision of a seasoned Surgical Technician or Scrub Nurse, the Surgical Technologist Extern follows established procedural guidelines in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures, performs appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care, and functions as a member of the operating room team. Demonstrates knowledge and skills required to provide care and/or service appropriate to the level of development of patients, with consideration of the needs of patients' families.

PRN Status Clause

PRN / 'as-needed' means you are not guaranteed a fixed schedule or hours. You work when they have needs in the schedule. You must be available to work at least 12 hours every two weeks (bi-weekly minimum), as specified in your PRN Commitment Agreement. Your actual hours will depend on department needs, not a set schedule. You may be asked to pick up extra shifts to cover gaps - like call-outs or shortages. Your total hours can go up or down - some weeks you might work more, some less.

Additional Job Description Licenses/Certificates

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with American Heart Association (AHA) Education: High School diploma or GED required. Also Currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technologist curricula

Employer Overview

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.

Thank You & Opportunities

Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children's Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet designated hospitals in South Carolina.