Surgery Paid Intern

Willamette Valley Medical Center

15 hours a week

10 week intern program

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed acute-care, full-service facility, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and certified as an accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. We also provide a host of other services including the Joint Replacement Institute, a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient Surgical Services, a Family Birthing Center, Endoscopy, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardio Pulmonary Services, Therapy Services, and Oncology services through H.R. Hoover MD Cancer Center.

Where We Are:

McMinnville, Oregon is located amid the rolling vineyards of the Willamette Valley, midway between Portland and the coast in Yamhill County. In addition to the natural beauty and historic charm, McMinnville is a city where you can experience award-winning restaurants, a world-class aviation museum, unique art galleries, beautiful public parks, and fun-filled community events. We invite you to explore our community through these local sites.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more€¦

Position Summary:

The Surgical Supply & Support Intern plays a vital role in assisting surgical staff with essential tasks to ensure smooth operations in the surgical department. This position supports storekeepers, operating room technicians, and nurses in managing supplies, maintaining inventory, and optimizing workflow efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Must be able to meet minimum hospital hiring standards

Essential Job Functions:

• Helps the storekeepers pick supplies, receive supplies, and put away supplies.

• Assist with room turnover between surgical cases

• Helps OR Techs pick surgical cases.

• Helps Storekeeper and Nurses complete expiration date checks.

• Assists with the physical inventory of patient care supply areas and stores. Assists with the reconciliation of WVMC physical inventory in compliance with policies and procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Surgery Charge Nurse and Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to use a box cutter, hand truck, and manual pallet jack.

• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment.

• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.

• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills, handles hazardous material requiring knowledge of Hospital Safety Protocol.

• Computer skills: Word, Excel, Outlook preferred.

• Demonstrate sound judgement, patience, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.

EEOC Statement:

Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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