Surgical Technologist Internship

Since 1887, Crouse Health has been a leading healthcare provider in Central New York. Weve combined a family-friendly culture with a passion to provide the best care, which creates an environment where both patients and team members feel valued.Crouse Health offers a full range of general and specialty care, inpatient and outpatient services, as well as community health education and outreach programs. Crouses Surgical Suite/OR team is hiring a Surgical Technologist Internship to introduce the student Surgical Technologist (ST) to the role of ST and introduce them to their role in overall patient care. Pay Range: $19.89 - $33.03/hour Available Schedule(s): per diem Surgical Technologist Internship Responsibilities: Perform surgical scrub, gown, and glove using proper aseptic technique under supervision of CST or RN circulator. Observe and participate in proper operating room set-up for surgical procedures under direct supervision of CST and RN circulator. Assist in setting up and maintaining sterile field according to current surgical standards prior to and during the surgical procedure under direct supervision of CST and RN circulator. Paired with CST and gain experience scrubbing surgical procedures under direct supervision of CST. Observe and perform proper sponge, needle, and instrument counts per policy under direct supervision of CST and RN circulator. Participate in Time-Out verifying surgical procedure and site including laterality with team members before handing scalpel for incision under direct supervision of CST and RN circulator. Properly label medications and receives them in an aseptic fashion. Confirm all specimens with surgeon, passes off using aseptic technique to RN circulator with proper label confirmed. Learn to routinely check instruments for proper functioning and care. Participate as a second scrub holding retractors during surgical procedures. Assist with room turnovers and cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment. Surgical Technologist Internship Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Current Surgical Technology student in an accredited program, all prerequisites completed, and have successfully completed Introduction and Principles of Surgical Technology. Must be eligible for clinical rotations in their surgical technology program Letter from the Surgical Technology program director stating student is in good standing in the program. Basic Life Support (BLS) Benefits Overview: Tuition Assistance and Workforce Development Opportunities. Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program. Employee discounts on any Inpatient or Outpatient service, hospital cafeteria and pharmacy, and certain retailers. YMCA Subsidy program.