**Description** **Introduction** Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Surgical Technologist Extern PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Rio Grande Regional Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. **Benefits** Rio Grande Regional Hospital, 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 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. + Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny + Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing + Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts + 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) + Employee Stock Purchase Plan + Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships + Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) + Colleague recognition program + Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/prn-employee-benefits-and-rewards) **_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._** Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Surgical Technologist Extern PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! **Job Summary and Qualifications** The Surgical Extern will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience and exposure to the field of surgery while assisting our licensed Surgical Technologists and surgeons in their daily duties. This position is ideal for students currently enrolled in a surgical technology program who wish to supplement their education with hands-on experience in a clinical setting. Please note that as a Surgical Extern, you will not be permitted to perform the full duties of a licensed Surgical Technologist, as required by law. This externship is designed to provide valuable exposure and learning opportunities while assisting our surgical team. **What you will do in this role:** + Shadow and observe licensed Surgical Technologists and surgeons to gain a better understanding of their roles and responsibilities. + Assist in preparing operating rooms, ensuring they are clean, sterile, and well-stocked with the necessary equipment and supplies. + Help with the transportation of patients to and from the operating room under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional. + Observe and learn proper surgical aseptic techniques and infection control practices. + Assist with the preparation and handling of surgical instruments and supplies under the direct supervision of a licensed Surgical Technologist. + Provide basic patient care and comfort, such as answering questions, providing reassurance, and ensuring patient privacy. + Participate in educational opportunities, such as attending workshops, seminars, or training sessions, as directed by the supervising Surgical Technologist or department manager. + Promotes consistent, positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service. + Demonstrates caring and empathy in all interactions and advocates for patient- and family-centered approach in all decisions and actions. + Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including active listening. Ensures patients, physicians, and colleagues have a clear understanding of all communications. + Participates as an active member of the health care team and positively promotes the rest of the team to patients/families/caregivers and other colleagues. + Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates behaviors consistent with established policies/procedures. + Performs other duties as assigned. + Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.” **What qualifications you will need:** + Current enrollment in an accredited surgical technology program, or 6 months post-graduation required + Completion of prerequisite coursework in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and medical terminology required + Basic Cardiac Life Support Rio Grande Regional Hospital (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/rio-grande-regional-hospital) in McAllen, Texas has been serving the Rio Grande Valley for more than 30 years. Our **full service hospital has 320+ beds** and a team of more than 500 physicians representing 35+ specialties. Rio Grande Regional Hospital offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services. Our Emergency Room is a **Level III Trauma Center** and we have extended our ER services into the Rio Grande Valley with our three remote ERs in McAllen/Mission, Edinburg, and San Juan. Our Women’s Services include L&D and a 30+ bed NICU. We also have an entire children’s hospital within our main facility to care for the children in our community. We work with the _Texas Transplant Institute, which serves local patients in need of organ, tissue or stem cell transplants_ . Our proven track record of serving the medical needs of the Valley communities we serve has led to Rio Grande Regional Hospital being recognized for patient safety and clinical excellence time and time again. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Surgical Technologist Extern PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. **Unlock the possibilities and apply today!** We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status