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Surgical Tech Student - Per Diem

Southern Illinois Healthcare

#BLS #Patient Care #Operating Room #Surgical Procedures #Sterile Technique #Experiential Learning #Surgical Technology #Healthcare Student #Memorial Hospital of Carbondale

Quick overview

This role involves assisting in the preparation and execution of surgical procedures by managing patient positioning, setting up sterile supplies, and directly assisting the surgeon with instruments and sutures. Responsibilities also include post-procedure tasks such as decontamination, maintaining counts, and preparing the room for the next case.

Requirements summary

Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology program and possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. A mandatory requirement is holding a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.

high schoolprofessional certificateSpecimen HandlingPatient PositioningInstrument AssemblyInstrument PassingSurgical AssistingSupply RestockingSterile Supply HandlingPatient TransportationDressing ApplicationOperating Room TurnoverDrapingSkin PreparationInstrument DecontaminationCount MaintenanceSuture Passing

Job description

Current SIH employees need to apply for positions through our internal job portal. Log in to Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Education
Enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology program
High School Diploma or Equivalent Licenses and Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate Role Specific Responsibilities
Assists in transportation and positioning of patients
Assists in assembling and dismantling of tables and instruments before and after procedure
Prepares patient and room for the planned surgical procedures.
Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures
Completes skin preparation and draping
Assist Surgeon with gowning and gloving
Assist surgeon by passing instruments and suture
Assists in maintaining correct count of instruments, sutures, and sponges
Applies dressings and bandages as needed
Assists in identifying, collecting, and caring for specimens.
Decontaminates instruments (point of use cleaning), supplies and equipment according to established policies and procedures; handles and stores instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately
Aids in the efficient turnover of the operating room for next cases
Monitors and restocks supplies Compensation (Commensurate with experience): To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below: http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. At Southern Illinois Healthcare, we realize that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by providing our employees with that same care and appreciation. We offer rich opportunities to develop and grow professionally, an environment of excellence in patient care, and the awareness that everything we accomplish is a direct outgrowth of the superb efforts and dedication of our employees. Working to put the right people, exhibiting the right attitude and behaviors, in the right roles is not just a goal, but a priority of Southern Illinois Healthcare. For the health of you and our patients, SIH and SIH Medical Group campuses are tobacco free. For questions or more information about our openings, please email SIH Careers. SIH is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We are excited you are here and are proud to offer experiential learning opportunities for students at every stage of career development. As a student at SIH, you will see first-hand how the work we are doing supports OUR MISSION: to improve the health and well-being of all the people in the communities we serve. Your future is bright, and we are honored that you chose SIH to be part of your career journey. Click here to learn more. The SIH Scholarship Program brings together college scholarship money with hands-on work opportunities. Qualified applicants are eligible for money to cover tuition, lab fees, books, and educational supplies. Please click here to learn more about SIH Scholarship Programs. Begin a rewarding career in healthcare as a Phlebotomy Technician! The SIH Phlebotomy Program allows you to begin working in as few as nine weeks! Click here for more information.

Surgical Tech Student - Per Diem

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