Surgical Technologist Extern - Operating Room (PRN)

McLeod Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established healthcare provider as a Surgical Technologist Extern. This part-time role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in the operating room, where you will assist in maintaining sterile fields, preparing surgical instruments, and ensuring patient safety during procedures. With a rich history dating back to 1906, this organization values its team members and provides a supportive environment for learning and growth. If you're flexible, eager to learn, and passionate about surgical care, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Student of an accredited Surgical Technology Program required.
• Certification through NBSTSA must be obtained within 6 months of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field and assist in surgical procedures.
• Ensure availability of OR rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist with patient positioning and safety protocols.

Skills

Sterile Technique

Customer Relations

Flexibility

Punctuality

Surgical Preparation

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Certification through NBSTSA

Job description

Surgical Technologist Extern - Operating Room (PRN)

SC, United States (On-site)

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Job Description

1. Job responsibilities include those listed in the competency document.
2. Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values.
3. Must be flexible, punctual, and be willing to learn in the surgical environment.
4. Ensures the availability and preparedness of OR rooms, supplies, and equipment needed to support efficient and effective perioperative processes.
5. Responsible for having sterile instruments, sutures, and equipment necessary for the surgical procedure, along with a working knowledge of each device.
6. Assist with positioning and prepping according to the standards of practice and policies and procedures of the department and the hospital.
7. Performs initial instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with the circulator and performs additional counts as necessary.
8. Assists with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field.
9. Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure.
10. Required to maintain the sterile field to ensure patient/employee safety by maintaining the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
11. Prepares and passes off specimen(s) as appropriate.
12. Assist in lifting, turning, positioning, and preparing patients for surgical procedures, using proper body mechanics.
13. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
14. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
15. Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of the room.
16. Uses standard precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment when working around or handling hazardous substances, including blood and body fluids.
17. Performs all duties as assigned.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education

A student of an accredited Surgical Technology Program. Must obtain certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) within 6 months of graduating.

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not-for-profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health.

About the Team

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 17445
• Posting Date 12/06/2024, 08:54 PM
• Degree Level Some College
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 801 E Cheves St, Florence, SC, 29506, US (On-site)