Part time
Full Time, Part Time and Per Diem positions available
Our Surgical Technologist Assistant internship program is designed to increase Surgical Technologist numbers and recruit new Surgical Technologist’s before graduation. It will be offered to Surgical Technology students interested in working at St. Joseph’s Health.
The internship will expose the Surgical Technologist Assistant to real time function of patient care in peri and intraoperative roles. The internship will initiate all hospital prerequisites, then start on departmental roles.
The internship positions will allow for flexibility regarding the Surgical Technology Program schedule, and may involve variable shifts, including weekends.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The Surgical Technologist Assistant will need CPR/BLS certification, be certification eligible as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and eventually maintain CST certification.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS
This is a clinical setting with exposure Class 1.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The intern must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; and will be required to stand for periods of time, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach
SUPERVISED BY
CST Education Coordinator, Registered Nurse, CST Preceptor, OR Coordinator, OR Manager.
CAREER PATH
This is an accelerated program to initiate hire as a Surgical Technologist at St. Joseph’s Health.
Mission Statement:
We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Vision:
To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.
Core Values:
In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
The Surgical Technologist Assistant will work with:
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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