Stormont Vail Health·Topeka, Kansas
Assist the surgical team by preparing sterile fields, handling instruments, and anticipating the surgeon's needs during procedures. Maintain the sterile environment and assist with patient positioning and room preparation.
Position Status: Part time
Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift (United States of America)
Hours per week: 12
Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview The Surgical Technologist Intern is a learning, mentored member of the surgical team that works in collaboration with his/her assigned team members to assist with surgical procedures, to facilitate the functioning of the operating room and the flow of surgical cases.
The Surgical Technologist Intern functions within his/her level of expertise and under the immediate direction of his/her assigned Operating Room Surgical Technician and/or Registered Nurse.
The Surgical Technologist Intern is responsible for assisting during surgical procedures handling the instruments, supplies, and equipment before, during, and after the surgical procedure.
He/she has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.
Duties are as follows:
What you will do
Checks supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure. Anticipates problem areas and adjusts instrumentation to individual patient.
Assists team members to place and position patient on O.R. table.
Maintains highest standard of sterile technique and promptly reports any compromise.
Performs surgical scrubs, gowning, and gloving appropriately.
Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, and equipment prior to patient entry.
Mixes and labels all medications under the supervision of the RN Circulator. Performs appropriate counts with the RN Circulator prior to the operation and before the incision is closed.
Helps in draping the sterile field.
Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and performs tasks as directed by surgeon during the operation.
Attends to proper care and handling of specimens while they are on the sterile field.
Places sterile dressings on patient following surgery.
Provides timely, accurate and concise reports on all patients to oncoming personnel.
Cleans and prepares instruments for transport to decontamination
Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of room
Assists in prepping room for the next patient.
Demonstrates cost effectiveness in use of supplies and equipment.
Uses complex, specialized patient care equipment appropriately.
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and current enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technician Program. Candidates must demonstrate professional behavior and a willingness to learn.
Market context
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