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With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.
Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position
The surgical technology student participates in the care of the surgical patient. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse and supervised by a Surgical Technologist, attends to the patient direct care needs in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. Essential Job Functions
Functions as the scrub person and assists as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure. Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy. Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique. Retrieves and passes off specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly. Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator. Provides complete case preparation and has knowledge, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations. Demonstrates knowledge of patients’ rights and responsibilities according to the patients age and understanding. Demonstrates understanding of patients Advanced Directives. Assists in CPR as needed. Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and necessary instruments. BSMH Surgical Technologist are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH policy. Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities. Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers performance improvement initiatives. Participates in all patient safety care measures. Accessible for on call as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department. Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit/area staffing and scheduling needs. Maintains personal grooming and attire consistent with BSMH policy. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required) Education
High School Diploma or GED (required) Complete first semester of clinical rotation, accredited surgical technologist program (required) Work Experience
One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred) Training
None Language
None Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com Seniority level
Internship Employment type
Internship Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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The surgical technology student participates in the care of the surgical patient. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse and supervised by a Surgical Technologist, attends to the patient direct care needs in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. Essential Job Functions
Functions as the scrub person and assists as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure. Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy. Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique. Retrieves and passes off specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly. Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator. Provides complete case preparation and has knowledge, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations. Demonstrates knowledge of patients’ rights and responsibilities according to the patients age and understanding. Demonstrates understanding of patients Advanced Directives. Assists in CPR as needed. Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and necessary instruments. BSMH Surgical Technologist are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH policy. Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities. Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers performance improvement initiatives. Participates in all patient safety care measures. Accessible for on call as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department. Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit/area staffing and scheduling needs. Maintains personal grooming and attire consistent with BSMH policy. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required) Education
High School Diploma or GED (required) Complete first semester of clinical rotation, accredited surgical technologist program (required) Work Experience
One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred) Training
None Language
None Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com Seniority level
Internship Employment type
Internship Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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