Surgical Technologist (ST) Intern

aah; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Aurora Oshkosh is seeking a Surgical Technologist intern to join our operating room team. This position requires enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology program, with supervision from an OR RN lead and a preceptor. A completed clinical rotation may be required for consideration.

Hours are variable and coordinated with the RN Lead and preceptor to fit classroom schedules. You will gain hands-on experience scrubbing for procedures, maintaining aseptic technique, and assisting surgeons,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• One completed clinical rotation may be required for consideration.
• BLS certification within 6 months unless exempt by department.
• Able to work in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparatory steps and scrubbing for surgical cases under supervision.
• Maintain aseptic technique and assist in maintaining a sterile field.
• Support OR nurses and surgeons during procedures.
• Transport and setup of equipment and supplies as needed.
• Follow department policies and safety guidelines.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Equipment handling

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

Surgical Technology program enrollment

Job description

Department:

37703 AMC Oshkosh - Surgery Room

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hours Per Week:

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Surgical Technologist students! We are so excited for your surgical journey and would love Aurora Health Care to be a part of it. We are recruiting a surgical technologist (ST) intern position to join Aurora Oshkosh. This position requires enrollment in progress with an accredited Surgical Technologist program. One completed clinical rotation may be required for consideration.

Hours/shifts are variable and coordinated between RN Lead and preceptor based on the availability of the ST student outside of classroom and clinical schedules.

We are looking for an ST student who is interested in working at Aurora Oshkosh post-graduation.

Pay Range:

$19.00 - $19.00

Major Responsibilities:

• 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. Assists with surgical cases in all specialty areas.


• Provides for 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 (e.g., 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 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.


• Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.


• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.


• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.


• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.

Experience Required:

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• 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.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.


• Must be able to:


• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.


• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.


• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.


• Must be able to:


• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.


• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.


• Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.


• Exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.


• Must have functional sight and hearing.


• Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.


• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.


• Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training


• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job


• Incentive pay for select positions


• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs


• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability


• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses


• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave


• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs


• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.