Surgical Technician Extern

Job description

Job Description Summary
Works under a surgeon's supervision before, during and after various types of surgeries. A surgical assistant's duties may include: ... Moving patients into the operating room and positioning patients before surgeries. Ensuring that the room remains sterile.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
PRN
Cost Center
CC001521 LAN - OR (Operating Room) (LMC)
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-26
Scheduled Weekly Hours
12
Work Shift
Job Description
Under the supervision of a seasoned Surgical Technician or Scrub Nurse, the Surgical Technologist Extern follows established procedural guidelines in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures, performs appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care, and functions as a member of the operating room team. Demonstrates knowledge and skills required to provide care and/or service appropriate to the level of development of patients, with consideration of the needs of patients' families.
PRN Status Clause:
PRN / “as-needed” means you are not guaranteed a fixed schedule or hours. You work when they have needs in the schedule. You must be available to work at least 12 hours every two weeks (bi-weekly minimum), as specified in your PRN Commitment Agreement. Your actual hours will depend on department needs, not a set schedule. You may be asked to pick up extra shifts to cover gaps (like call-outs or shortages). Your total hours can go up or down—some weeks you might work more, some less.
Additional Job Description
Licenses/Certificates: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with American Heart Association (AHA)
Education : High School diploma or GED required. Also Currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technologist curricula
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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