Surgical Student Technologist-PRN

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of a registered professional nurse, the Surgical Technologist Student (STS)  participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team.   The primary focus of this position is the scrub person role, performing direct and indirect care of the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric surgical patient under supervision of a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).  The STS performs in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality.  In addition, the ST:

• Meets hospital and department standards for professional accountability (continuing education and competency);
• Demonstrates competency to scrub in minor surgical and endoscopic procedures. 
• Demonstrates knowledge of Standards and Recommended Practices for Perioperative Nursing related to technical skill level.
• Participates in department quality assurance and performance improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A.  Education

1. Student or extern of accredited Surgical Technologist program
2. BLS, Health Care Provider (course completion within 90 days)
3. Completion of department competency checklist (within 90 days)

B.  Interpersonal requirements

1. Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, has a commitment to customer service.
2. Communicates effectively with all applicable customers and age groups.
3. Maintains a neat, clean, professional appearance.
4. Possesses a sense of responsibility, initiative and honesty; is self-motivated and works in an efficient and effective manner.
5. Pays attention to details under all circumstance

Atrium Health Floyd is a system of health care providers serving Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama since 1942. Located in Rome, Georgia, it is Floyd County’s largest employer with over 3,400 employees. It is a part of the Atrium Health system. 

Floyd Medical Center is a 304-bed, full-service hospital located in Rome, Georgia. Serving as the main campus for Atrium Health Floyd, the hospital contains a certified Chest Pain Center, designated Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence and Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. 

Floyd Medical Center is also home to a state-designated Level II Trauma Center, a behavioral health center, specialty centers for pediatrics, wound care, and hyperbaric therapy. It houses primary care and urgent care networks of providers and hosts a realm of outpatient services, including the operation of the Floyd County Clinic and an associated pharmacy for uninsured patients.