About the role#
Deaconess Health System is hiring a Surgical Technologist Student to join the Surgical Services department in Marion, Illinois. This part-time, paid position offers students currently enrolled in an accredited program the chance to gain hands-on experience in an operating room. You will work alongside surgeons, nurses, and other professionals to develop your skills and support patient care.
What you'll do#
- Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures.
- Gather, organize, and maintain surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
- Observe and participate in procedures under the supervision of qualified staff.
- Support sterile technique and infection prevention practices.
- Assist with patient positioning and operating room setup.
- Learn proper instrument handling, surgical workflows, and operating room protocols.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe surgical environment.
- Collaborate with the surgical team to support patient care.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Current enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology program.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Previous healthcare experience is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Marion, Illinois.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Deaconess Health System
Deaconess Health System provides medical care to more than 1.5 million people across southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeastern Illinois. Founded in 1892, the organization operates 20 hospital locations throughout the region. It functions as a nonprofit entity directed by a local board. The system employs over 10,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Evansville, Indiana.
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