Surgical Technician Student Intern PRN Rotate

Tenet Healthcare Corporation•Harlingen, TX

37d

About The Position

The Surgical Technician Student Intern provides direct and indirect technical care to surgical/obstetric patients along the continuum of the age spectrum facilitating the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. Follows established practices and standards. Supports the mission statement, policies and procedures of the Valley Baptist Health System. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Currently enrolled in an approved Surgical Tech degree program
Successfully completed a basic clinical skills lab
BLS certification-Obtained through approved American Heart Association

Responsibilities

Escorts or transports patients which may require applying appropriate transfer techniques
Sets up the operating room with supplies and equipment according to the requirements of the scheduled case and maintains physician's preference card
Promotes and maintains a sterile environment in all job assignments
Performs scrubbing circulating duties as directed
Performs assigned operating room cleanup tasks including disposal, cleaning, inventory and restocking of supplies and equipment
Assists in the performance of more complicated treatments, diagnostic procedures and physical examinations as per instructions from registered nurse with documented competency
Assists other members of the perioperative team in providing care throughout the continuum of the perioperative experience
Performs various clerical functions in support of department operations
Participates in department meetings, in-services
Serves as a role model for service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and "must haves.
Supports effective patient hand-offs
Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
Maintains safe environment
Addresses patient population-specific needs
Participates in Performance Improvement activities