Do's and Don'ts
Interns must wear this daily.
What is their badge and/or a mask?
In this area, the intern may occasionally see new borns.
What is Mother/Baby (or other acceptable description)?
The most basic thing you need to know about getting a job.
What is what kind of job or business do you want to work in?
Don't come super early or even a little bit late.
What is be on time?
Doing this on the first day makes a good first impression.
What is show up on time, dressing appropriately (or other acceptable answer)?
Pay $5 to the teacher and get a new one.
What do you do when you lose your badge?
This area requires the intern to collect used patient trays.
What is Food Services?
Knowing this will help you plan how far you have to travel to get to work.
What is knowing distances you are willing to travel (knowing areas of Central Texas)?
Looking at the person speaking to you.
What is good eye contact?
Make sure you have these with you.
What is bring any papers or items already requested?
Act silly, foolishly or unpredictably.
What is inappropriate or childish/high school behavior?
Interns in this area may work with clean linen, detail the hospital halls and lobbies, or work with trash, soiled linen and biohazardous material.
What is Environmental Services (EVS)?
This information needs to be in range of or match the job for which you are applying.
What is days and times you are able to get to and from work?
The specific day you will be available, not too far in the future.
What is your start date?
When someone is instructing you, hear their words and think about what they mean/what they are saying.
What is active listening?
Complete your rotation every day.
What is stay the full time from before 9:00 AM to just before 2:00 PM?
In this department, the intern will deliver packages throughout the hospital.
What is Materials Management?
Job Searching will include businesses throughout your chosen community as well as the hospital, if you choose.
What is where will I get a job or will I be working at the hospital?
Show your interest in the business or company by doing this when prompted.
What is ask one or two questions about the job?
Ex. "Can I get a tour of the facility?"
"What pay range would be possible?"
"What do you (the interviewer) like about working here?"
Do this when you don't understand something, you want to be sure you DO understand, or you need more information.
What is ask questions?
Not understanding, not hearing correctly, needing help.
What are reasons to ask for clarification or help?
Interns in this department support the Patient Care Staff by helping to sanitize and make beds, sanitize and stock bays, and dust equipment.
What is PACU (Post Anesthetic Care Unit)?
This was created at the meeting with your Goodwill Case Manager, your Texas Workforce Solutions Counselor and your parents.
What is a Job Placement Plan?
The last thing you should do before you leave an interview.
What is thank them for their time?
How much time is acceptable to take off in the first 90 days of a new job?
What is none?