Surgical Tech Extern - Operating Room
Location
UTICA, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 22, 2026
Surgical Tech Extern - Operating Room
Department: OPERATING ROOM
Job Summary
The Extern - Surgical Technician performs a variety of preparatory, scrubbing and related services necessary to provide patient care in the operating room. Assists with surgical cases in all specialty areas. The intent of the externship is to prepare the student to transition into a Surgical Tech role upon completion of the Surgical Tech Program at MVCC.
Core Job Responsibilities
+ Assists in providing a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; ...
Department: OPERATING ROOM
Job Summary
The Extern - Surgical Technician performs a variety of preparatory, scrubbing and related services necessary to provide patient care in the operating room. Assists with surgical cases in all specialty areas. The intent of the externship is to prepare the student to transition into a Surgical Tech role upon completion of the Surgical Tech Program at MVCC.
Core Job Responsibilities
+ Assists in providing a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; ...