About the role#
Erlanger is hiring a Surgical Tech Student for the Elective Ortho department. This is a part-time, temporary role for students currently enrolled in a surgical technology program. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to support patient care and surgical operations at Erlanger Baroness Hospital.
What you'll do#
- Provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Prepare the surgical field and maintain sterility during procedures.
- Obtain surgical supplies and prepare OR cases.
- Perform surgical scrubs and process instruments.
- Handle specimens.
- Collaborate with medical, anesthesia, nursing, and clinical staff to support patient outcomes.
- Provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served in BEH Surgery.
- Take on-call and late duty shifts as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Surgical Tech Program.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Training in surgical aseptic technique and OR practices.
- BLS certification, which must be completed before starting on the unit and maintained throughout your time in the role.
- You must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a recognized national body, or obtain it within 18 months of completing your program. Documented training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service may be accepted in place of certification if it meets State of Tennessee requirements.
Location & details#
- Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, PRN, with on-call and late duty requirements.
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