Surgical Tech Extern- Nurse Education
Requirements:
2-year degree program starts August 2022. 1-year clinical program once core completed
Clinicals start March/April and end August of same year
Program ends August 2023
Hire potential students to extern program after first clinical rotations
Get input from current scrub and nursing staff
Start with 3 externs for the first year
BLS current or able to complete soon after hire
Pass pre-employment requirements with HR
Treat/onboard same as a new scrub
Must complete a check off course with UBE prior to OR (gloving. Gowning, scrubbing, instruments, opening supplies, basic table setup
Will have a skills checklist for program instructor with tasks the employee has mastered
Will ALWAYS be working under supervision of experienced Surgical Technologist
Job Description:
Demonstrates effective use of supplies, instruments, and equipment
Functions as an Operating Room Tech- Extern in OR setting
Must be familiar with Surgical Technology functions and patient care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Good physical and mental health
Must be able to lift, bend, pull, and push using good body mechanics, without limitation
Must possess visual acuity with corrective lenses to read printed material and visualize patients to the degree that changes in color or respiration can be detected; hearing ability with auditory aids to understand the normal speaking voice without viewing the speaker and speaking ability to ask and answer pertinent questions and relay information
Must demonstrate ability to wear properly fitting respiratory masks for periods of time without limitation
Rotate through MOR, ENDO, L&D, GGH. Spend time in SPD and supply room
2 shifts or more in SPD and Supply Room
Paired with seasoned scrub with 1 year+ experience
Only allowed to work under direct supervision of experienced scrub
Any remaining time can be spent in area of choice
No case sign-offs allowed for school requirements
Hours:
1-2, 10-hour shifts per pay period
Education Requirements:
Student of Accredited Surgical Technology Program. Current BLS
Experience:
Entry level
Perks/Benefits:
(for eligible employees):
Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization
Medical / Dental
Retirement Plan
PTO and paid life insurance
What Sets Us Apart
Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds. We employ more than 2,500 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla.
For nearly 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special.
You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team.
What we offer:
We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living.
We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area.
Below are a few of the benefits Archbold Medical Center offers to employees:

• Work/Life Balance
• Planning for the Future
• Low-Cost Prescriptions
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Planning for Life's Unexpected Moments
• Helping You to Advance Your Career

Mission
To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities.
Vision
A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care