Surgical Technologist Intern

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist Intern to support the operating room team in delivering safe patient care across all ages. The role emphasizes sterile technique, readiness, and hands-on training under the guidance of a professional nurse.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an accredited Surgical Technologist program or have recently completed certification, with a focus on patient safety and efficient OR workflow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment/completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist Program OR completion of national certification within 150 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and caring for surgical patients from infancy to geriatrics.
• Provide competent assistance in safety and welfare of the patient in the operating room.
• Support surgeon’s performance of invasive procedures by applying sterile aseptic technique.

Skills

Sterile technique

Education

High school diploma

Enrollment/completion of accredited Surgical Technologist Program

National certification within 150 days

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a variety of duties in the Operating Room to assist the surgical team. Provides competent assistance in caring for the safety and welfare of the patient in the operating room and for the efficient and prompt performance of assignments. Assist in the preparation and care of surgical patients ranging from infancy to geriatrics under the general direction of a professional nurse. The Surgical Technologist Intern is in training in the theory and application of sterile aseptic technique combining the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate surgeon’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent experience required. Enrollment/completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist Program OR completion of national certification within 150 days.