Summer Surgical Tech Intern
Job ID 342978 Date posted 11/04/2024- Rochester, MN
- Full Time
- Surgical Technician
- Remote: No
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Responsibilities
The Student Surgical Technologist Intern provides direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the appropriate setting across the continuum of care. They communicate with the surgical staff about instrumentation, surgical procedures, and sterility. The student surgical technologist intern is able to scrub alongside a certified surgical technologist. This experience is intended for students who will graduate from a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited surgical technology program within the next academic year. The Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) responsibilities and Code of Ethics provide a basis for practice.
Summer ST Experience (June 2-August 8, 2025)
Rochester, MN site only
Objectives
- Apply the principles of aseptic technique while in the sterile role.
- Further develop the practical skills required to work as a competent surgical technologist in the perioperative environment.
- Attain the professional skills of interpersonal communication with all patients and interdisciplinary health care team members.
Qualifications
Student must be in good standing in a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited surgical technology program, having completed a minimum of one-semester of surgical technology program curriculum. Student must possess basic knowledge and hands-on skills related to aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of instrumentation, supplies, and equipment for various surgical procedures. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from American Red Cross or American Heart Association and must not expire during internship.
Candidates must be able to work from June 2, 2025, through August 8, 2025.
Additional Qualifications:
Prefer at least 100 clinical hours. Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner. Comprehensive understanding of surgical processes and procedures preferred.
Applications must be received by March 3, 2025.
Application Must Include:
- BLS/CPR certification
- RESUME. The resume (can be longer than one page) should highlight the following: educational background (degree and anticipated graduation date), cumulative GPA, paid employment history, awards/honors, and volunteer activities including community involvement, committee involvement, student nurse association, and/or professional organizations.
- TRANSCRIPTS are required. Transcripts can be unofficial or official scanned and uploaded to documents. Please make sure your name is somewhere on the document.
- SURGICAL INTEREST AREAS. Create a one-page word document numbered 1-10, using the below list of specialty options and place each area next to your preference number. Number 1 being your highest preference. Include any additional comments that would assist us in determining your preferred areas.
- Neurology
- TCGS
- Cardiac
- Vascular Thoracic
- Orthopedics
- Gynecology
- Ear, Nose, Throat
- Urology
- Transplant
- Plastics
Please upload each document to your application.
License or Certification:
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from American Red Cross or American Heart Association and must not expire during internship.
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
$19.13 / hour
Benefits Eligible
No
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
Primarily Monday - Friday day shift, occasionally evening shifts.
Weekend Schedule
None.
International Assignment
No
Site Description
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Recruiter
Heather Miller
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