Surgical Tech Student Extern
Company: CARLE
Location: Ridge Farm
Posted on: May 26, 2023
Job Description:
The Surgical Technician Student Extern functions as an integral
part of the perioperative team as the first, or second Surgical
Technician under the direct supervision of a Surgical Tech
Preceptor and as well as the supervision of the Registered Nurse in
delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the
intraoperative period. This would allow the Surgical Tech Student
to be better prepared to transition to their Surgical Tech role
upon completion of their Surgical Tech Program enhancing the
recruitment and retention of Surgical Tech Students.
- Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to
maintain a sterile environment. Demonstrates competency in select
technical and psychomotor skills, judgment and appropriate
knowledge base. Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients
in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the
department.
- Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and
equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective
department.
- Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers and self.
Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to safety and legal
requirements established at the hospital and unit level and
established policies and procedures.
- Charges for equipment and supplies.
- Participates in room turnover and set-up.
- Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing
repair per policy.
- Effectively performs sterilization, disinfection and document
loads per policy.
- Applies principles of asepsis to maintain sterility during
surgical set up and procedure.
- Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing
repair per policy.
- Assist with obtaining supplies, equipment, and positioning
devices as well as assisting with the positioning of the patient
for procedures.
- Performs sterilization of surgical instrumentation and
documents per policy.
- Scrubbing duties to include classes for Medical Students,
Residents, and other students.
- Turns OR rooms over and sets up for next patient in an
efficient manner.
Keywords: CARLE, Champaign , Surgical Tech Student Extern, Healthcare , Ridge Farm, Illinois
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