Student Surgery Tech

Description du poste:

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.

* 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

Profil requis du candidat:

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED. Currently enrolled in an approved Surgical Tech degree program.
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Successfully completed a basic clinical skills lab. Skills checklist may be used to validate experience.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:
REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): BLS certification-Obtained through approved American Heart Association.

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