Surgical Technology Student - PRN

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 34,440

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

FREE DAILY Lunches

Scrubs Provided

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital is hiring first and second year Surgical Technology Students for a PRN role. This position involves supporting surgical instrumentation preparation, maintaining sterilization protocols, and assisting the Operating Room team. Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology program and possess BLS certification. Benefits include free daily lunches and provided scrubs, with a focus on a supportive and teamwork-oriented environment. No nights, weekends, or holidays required.

Qualifications

Must be actively enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology program.
BLS certification is required; can be obtained upon hire.
Sterilization Processing Room experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

Prepare surgical instrumentation and maintain sterilization standards.
Assist OR team with room turnovers and monitor environmental conditions.
Administrative duties include inventory management and quality improvement.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Infection control

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Actively enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology program

BLS certification

IHACSMM certification

Job description

We are seeking first and second year Surgical Technology Students to play a supportive role in ensuring the meticulous preparation of surgical instrumentation, including thorough decontamination, inspection, and preparation for terminal sterilization. This role executes various sterilization methods such as Autoclave, GI, and soak sterilization, proficiently cleans and sterilizes flexible scopes and efficiently verifies biological testing outcomes. Additionally, this role assists the OR team members with room turnovers, monitors and reports temperatures and humidity in the OR rooms, and collaborates with other team members to complete the daily schedule. Administrative responsibilities include monitoring and restocking inventory, using software and computers provided, identifying opportunities for quality improvement, participating in meetings and committees, and maintaining certifications. This role performs effectively in emergencies, applies their knowledge of aseptic techniques and infection control policies and procedures, and excels in their communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

About the OR Department

Join our vibrant Operating Room (OR) department, boasting 15 innovative OR suites catering to a wide array of specialties including orthopedic, spine, ear, nose, throat, urology, general surgery, and more. As the largest staffed department in the company, teamwork is at the core of our culture, fostering a comfortable and seamless patient experience. Our fast-paced and attentive atmosphere brings a great sense of accomplishment at the end of each day as we work together to help individuals return to their passions, whether it's resuming their career as a firefighter, playing with their grandkids, or getting back to sports and other activities. With a service-oriented mindset, we lead by example, valuing humility and accountability in all that we do. The OR team enjoys a healthy work/life balance and companionship in discussing their hobbies like beekeeping, golfing, and camping. If you're seeking a dynamic environment where positivity and camaraderie are contagious, join us in the OR department and make a meaningful impact every day!

PRN - pick up shifts as you are available while attending Surgical Technology school!

Monday - Fridays. NO NIGHTS. NO WEEKENDS. NO HOLIDAYS.

This position is located at 910 E 20th Street, Sioux Falls, SD.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must be actively enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology program. First and second year Surgical Technology students are encouraged to apply!
BLS certification is required; can be obtained upon hire.
Sterilization Processing Room experience and education is helpful.
IHACSMM certification preferred.

PERKS!