About the role#
As a Surgical Tech Extern at Baptist Parkridge, you will work under the supervision of registered nurses and medical staff to support safe and effective surgical procedures. This is a part-time, on-site role that provides hands-on experience in an operating room setting.
What you'll do#
- Prepare the operating room by disinfecting furniture and equipment.
- Select and secure the necessary instruments and supplies for specific procedures.
- Open and arrange sterile fields while maintaining proper sterile technique.
- Use appropriate sterilization methods for instruments and equipment.
- Communicate patient information and condition changes to the Registered Nurse.
- Clean the operating room between procedures, including the disposal of contaminated waste and linens.
- Restock, inventory, and organize surgical supplies.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and professional standards when interacting with staff and visitors.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology Program.
- Active BLS Certification.
- A strong understanding of sterile and aseptic technique.
- Knowledge of human anatomy and standard surgical procedures.
- A letter of recommendation from your Surgical Tech course instructor is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbia, South Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site at Baptist Parkridge Hospital.
- Employment Type: Part-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Prisma Health
Prisma Health is a nonprofit health organization based in Greenville, South Carolina. Founded in 2017, it operates as the largest health system in the state. The organization serves more than 1.2 million patients every year. It maintains facilities across the Greenville and Columbia markets.
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