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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. Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley.

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﻿<p>Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!<br/></p><p>At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance</li><li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li><li>Generous paid time off</li><li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li><li>Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts</li><li>Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program</li><li>Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance</li></ul><p><strong>Note</strong>: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status</p><p/><h3>Job Summary</h3><p>Per Diem, Rotate</p><p>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.</p><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Escorts or transports patients which may require applying appropriate transfer techniques</li><li>Sets up the operating room with supplies and equipment according to the requirements of the scheduled case and maintains physician’s preference card</li><li>Promotes and maintains a sterile environment in all job assignments</li><li>Performs scrubbing circulating duties as directed</li><li>Performs assigned operating room cleanup tasks including disposal, cleaning, inventory and restocking of supplies and equipment</li><li>Assists in the performance of more complicated treatments, diagnostic procedures and physical examinations as per instructions from registered nurse with documented competency</li><li>Assists other members of the perioperative team in providing care throughout the continuum of the perioperative experience</li><li>Performs various clerical functions in support of department operations</li><li>Participates in department meetings, in-services</li><li>Serves as a role model for service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and “must haves.</li><li>Supports effective patient hand-offs</li><li>Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively</li><li>Maintains safe environment</li><li>Addresses patient population-specific needs</li><li>Participates in Performance Improvement activities</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><p><strong>MINIMUM EDUCATION: </strong>High school diploma or GED. Currently enrolled in an approved Surgical Tech degree program.</p><p><strong>PREFERRED EDUCATION:</strong></p><p><strong>MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: </strong>Successfully completed a basic clinical skills lab. Skills checklist may be used to validate experience.</p><p><strong>PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:</strong></p><p><strong>REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:</strong></p><p><strong>PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:</strong></p><p><strong>REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): </strong>BLS certification–Obtained through approved American Heart Association.</p><p> </p><p>#LI-NR1</p><h3>Organization Description</h3><p>We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality. Join our team!</p><p>
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Valley Baptist Medical Center - Harlingen

Student Surgery Tech

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</div><h3>Job Summary</h3><div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400"><div style="margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px"><div><div style="margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px"><div><p><strong>SUMMARY</strong></p><p>The Surgical Tech Student Intern is a position for Surgical Tech Students to practice in surgical areas. The Surgical Tech Student Intern is co-assigned with a Certified Surgical Tech and may perform direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and or Physician.</p></div></div></div></div></div><div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400"><div style="margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px"><div><div style="margin-top:5px"></div></div><div><div style="margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px"><div><p/></div></div></div></div></div><h3>Responsibilities</h3><div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400"><div style="margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px"><div><div style="margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px"><div><p>As directed by the Certified Surgical Tech, performs a variety of duties in the Operating Room and Sterile Processing to assist the Surgical Team. Provides competent assistance in caring for the safety and welfare of the patient in the operating room and for the efficient and prompt performance of assignments. Assists in the preparation and care of surgical patients ranging from infancy to geriatrics under the general direction of an RN. Assists in preparing and setting up operating rooms. Assists surgical team during operative procedures. Assists in terminal cleaning of operating rooms between cases and after the last case each day. Assists with maintaining records, reports, and other documentation related to the work, including risk management and performance improvement reports. Seeks to improve quality of service by continuously developing individual and departmental competencies within the scope of practice. Hands instruments and supplies to the surgeon, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and performs other technical tasks as directed by surgeon during the operation. Orders, stocks, and maintains supplies for the OR and C-section suites. Organizes in preparation for the end of the case and assists in clean up and turnover of rooms. Disposes of all sharps and biohazardous waste items appropriately. Handles specimens properly. Reports observations of changes in patient’s conditions and level of consciousness to an RN or LPN in a timely manner. Other duties as assigned.</p></div></div></div></div></div><div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400"><div style="margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px"><div><div style="margin-top:5px"></div></div><div><div style="margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px"><div><p/></div></div></div></div></div><h3>Qualifications</h3><p><strong>Education</strong>:</p><p>Required: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.). Enrollment in an Accredited Program and must have completed the First Semester of their Surgical Technologist class in a certification program or degree program.</p><p><strong>Experience</strong>:</p><p>Preferred: Knowledge of hospital environment desired. Previous hospital and/or healthcare-related experience.</p><p><strong>Certifications</strong>:</p><p>Required: AHA BLS.</p><p><strong>Physical Requirements</strong>:</p><p>Occasionally standing, up to 33% of the time. Frequently walking and sitting, up to 66% of the time. Occasionally carrying/lifting up to 35 lbs. Rarely pushing, pulling, climbing. Occasionally bending, kneeling, crouching, up to 33% of the time. Rarely crawling and tasting/smelling. Occasionally reaching, up to 33% of the time. Frequently handling, finger dexterity, feeling, speech, hearing, vision, and cognitive, up to 66% of the time.</p><p/><p>#LI-SC1</p><p>Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law. </p><h3>Organization Description</h3><b><u>Careers at Tenet</u></b><div><b><u><br/></u></b></div><div> At Tenet Healthcare, the heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion, which ultimately creates a bond between our caregivers and patients. Everyone contributes to these moments, whether providing care directly or supporting those who do.</div><div><br/></div><div> As an organization, we provide employees with resources, tools and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. We also take care of one another, helping team members further develop their career pathways and maximize their potential.</div><p>
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Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.<br/>
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.<br/>
E-Verify: <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify</a><br/>
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
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