**Must be enrolled in a Surgical Technologist certification/degree program currently with only 6-8 months left to program completion.
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Surgical Technologist Extern? At TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Benefits
TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Surgical Technologist Extern like you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Surgical Technologist Extern delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services to support the efficient operation of the surgical suite. Under the supervision of the Circulating RN, the Surgical Technologist Extern assists the surgical staff in the perioperative process in accordance with the Surgical Technologist Extern’s skills/training and the needs of the Department, and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment. The Surgical Technologist Extern is currently enrolled and in good standing in an approved school of surgical technology and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is achieved.
What you will do in this role:
Candidate graduates in 6 to 8 months
Collaborate with the Circulating RN and Surgical Tech to organize the operating suite with instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for the day.
Review daily cases to ensure adequate stocking. Ensure proper functioning of equipment/instruments prior to procedures.?
Assist in creating and maintaining an orderly sterile instrument table. Utilizes physician preference cards for efficient setup.?
Assist in preparing for emergency and add on cases rapidly and effectively.?
Assist with providing care and comfort for the patient throughout the perioperative process.
Transport patients to and from surgical suite as needed.?
Aid in the transfer, positioning, prepping and draping of patients for surgical procedures in accordance with hospital standards.?
What qualifications you will need:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be currently enrolled in a Surgical Technologist certification/degree program with only 6-8 months left to program completion.
Must be able to work 24 hours per month minimum.?
TriStar StoneCrest proudly serves Rutherford County, Tennessee. Our 100-bed hospital offers complete medical care for adults and children. This includes emergency, surgical, and many other services. Our medical staff of about 500 physicians includes more than 45 specialties. Many physicians have offices on the hospital campus. Our staff is committed to providing quality patient care. We offer compassion and comfort in our modern facility.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Surgical Technologist Extern opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.?Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.