Surgical Tech Intern
Surgical Tech Intern
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Job Description
Overview
Presbyterian is seeking asurgical tech intern to assist the surgical team in preparing and organizing the operating room maintaining a sterile environment and supporting surgical procedures under the direct supervisor and guidance of experienced surgical technologists and other healthcare professionals.
Type of Opportunity: Part Time .10 to .44
FTE: 0.200000
Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Varied Days and Hours 812 hours per week)
Location: Presbyterian Hospital or Rust Medical Center
How you grow learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options including tuition and certification reimbursement scholarship opportunities
- Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Shift differentials for nights and weekends
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan Forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department (to learn more click here School Diploma or GED
*Currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technology ProgramBLS Certification required at time of hire.
Responsibilities
The student will be able to perform the following tasks as it pertains to each surgical procedure:
Set up a sterile field with necessary supplies for procedure based on preference card and according to the Rules of Asepsis.
Participate in Universal Protocol and Time Out
Pass instruments and other appropriate items to surgeon and assistant during procedure.
Maintain sterile technique during procedure.
Perform with accuracy the procedure for sponge sharps and instrument counts.
Demonstrate the ability to anticipate the surgeons needs.
Observe all safety protocols and comply with infection control sterilization standards and hospital policies.
Aid in monitoring and restocking surgical supplies instruments and equipment.
Participate in training sessions skills development and mentorship opportunities provided by senior staff.
Donning OR attire and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Assist Team members with gowning and gloving
Measures and passes medications hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions utilize during the surgical procedure
The student should exhibit the following behaviors:
Demonstrate professional discretion with patient information providing privacy and confidentiality.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate and work as a team member in the operating room
Benefits
We offer more than the standard benefits!
Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program including free access to our onsite and communitybased gyms nutrition coaching and classes wellness challenges and more!
Learn more about our employee benefits:
Why work at Presbyterian
As an organization we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers markets to partnering with local communities Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans. For our employees we offer a robust wellness program including free access to our onsite and communitybased gyms nutrition coaching and classes wellness challenges and more.
Presbyterians story is really the story of the remarkable people who choose to work here. The hard work of our physicians nurses employees board members and volunteers grew Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system that serves more than 875000 New Mexicans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drugfree and tobaccofree employer with smoke free campuses.
Maximum Offer for this position is up to
Compensation Disclaimer
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Unclear
