Surgical Technologist Intern

Position Summary: 
Acts as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:  
1.    Functions as a third scrub as assigned to support extremities, hold retractors, and sponge the operative area as needed.
2.    Functions as first scrub in minor OR procedures after successful validation of skills by a certified and licensed McLaren-Bay employee.  Procedures include, but not limited to, D&C’s, hernias, arthroscopics, cystos, and C-sections.
3.    Assumes responsibility for expanding knowledge base through participation in various surgical procedures or attending department in-services as time permits.
4.    Assists in maintaining a safe and orderly work environment, adhering to established policies.
5.    Assists with OR set-up and clean-up activities under the direction of McLaren-Bay staff.
6.    Demonstrates organizational skills and appropriately prioritizes assigned work     responsibilities.
7.    Responds to real or simulated emergencies and disaster situations according to established policies.
8.    Respects patient’s rights by providing privacy and confidentiality of information.
9.    Participates in performance improvement activities.
10.    Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards, as evidenced by observation, documentation, and peer feedback.
(  )    Newborn     - Birth to discharge from McLaren-Bay
(x)    Infant    - Any child up to one year
(x)    Pediatric    - One year to 12 years
(x)    Adolescence    - 13 - 17 years
(x)    Adult        - 18-64 years
(x)    Geriatric    - 65 years and older
11.    Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Qualifications:

Required:

·         High school diploma or equivalent

·         Currently enrolled in an accredited CST program        

·         Graduation from program pending in five (5) months      

·         CPR issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross

Preferred: 

• None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·         Effective verbal and written communication skills