Surgical Technologist Student

Overview

UnityPoint-St Luke's

PRN (as-needed)

**GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED IN A SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST PROGRAM!**

The Surgical Technologist Student is enrolled in a surgical technology program that integrates classroom-based technical education with hands-on, work-based learning. This program is designed to prepare students for a career in surgical technology following graduation. As a member of the surgical team, the student supports the safe and effective performance of invasive surgical, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. Responsibilities include collaborating with team members to maintain a safe operating room environment, ensuring proper functioning of instrumentation, and promoting conditions that maximize patient safety. Under supervision, the student may assist in the role of first or second scrub person or as a second circulator. Working under the direction of an experienced surgical technologist or registered nurse, the student performs tasks and services that contribute to patient care and comfort, in accordance with legal and institutional guidelines. Duties are limited to procedures for which the student has received formal instruction and demonstrated competency. This role requires the application of clinical knowledge, sound judgment, and initiative to support the surgical team and enhance patient outcomes.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence

Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during thesurgical procedure in their assigned specialty area.• Understands the procedure being performed and anticipates the needsof the surgeon.• Participates in collaborative review of pertinent patient information foraccuracy of procedure and associated factors influencing preparednessfor procedure. (i.e. H&P, Consents, Radiographic reports).• Assists in circulating duties, obtains additional instruments, supplies, andequipment necessary while the surgical procedure is in progress.• Monitors conditions in the operating room and constantly assesses theneeds of the patient and surgical team.• In the second assisting role, carries out technical tasks other thancutting, clamping, and suturing of tissue. This role is distinct from that ofthe first assistant and may, in some circumstances, be performed at thesame time as the scrub role.• Strives to enhance personal technical and clinical competence in all jobrelated duties.

Quality of Care

Has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient careduring the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenanceof the sterile field.• Demonstrates an awareness of patient and personal safety.• Demonstrates knowledge of standard and transmission-basedprecautions.• Observes and promptly reports any unusual occurrences.• Organizes, cleans, and maintains unit work areas, supplies, andequipment.• Assists with inventory control by reporting needs.• Assists in room turnover by cleaning furniture and equipment accordingto established end of case cleaning guidelines.

Training and Expectations

In collaboration with a recognized academic program, commits toworking for UnityPoint Health to grow clinical skills through hands onexperience in the healthcare field under the direct guidance of anEducator, Surgical Technologist, Licensed Practical Nurse or RegisteredNurse.• Maintains good standing in all course work.• Follows all program policies and procedures set by the academicprogram and UnityPoint Health.• Maintains all eligibility requirements to participate for the duration of theprogram.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.  Enrolled in a current surgical technology program required.
• License/Certification: Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification AHA – American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with the surgical team, ensuring proper coordination and patient safety. Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Understanding of surgical procedures and protocols, and ability to maintain a sterile field to prevent contamination. : Knowledge of preoperative and postoperative care, including patient positioning, draping, and dressing application. Customer/patient focused. Multi-cultural sensitivity.  Proficient in handling surgical instruments, operating room equipment, and performing surgical counts.  Ability to meticulously focus on every aspect of a task or procedure, ensuring accuracy and precision in every action.