Operating Room Support Technician

Ochsner LSU Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health is seeking a patient support role that contributes to delivering patient care within the surgical team. The position involves transporting patients, running errands, relaying messages, and assisting with room turnover.

Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma, possess the ability to work calmly under pressure, and have BLS certification. The role requires strong communication, organization, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent.
• Requires BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs indirect patient care duties.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment in patient care and support surgical areas.
• Performs direct patient care duties.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Adapts to rapid day-to-day changes in the department/unit.
• Adapts behavior to the patient population and communicates respectfully.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Judgement under pressure

Organization and time management

Calm under pressure

Mobility around department

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Ochsner LSU Health is seeking a patient support role that contributes to delivering patient care within the surgical team. The position involves transporting patients, running errands, relaying messages, and assisting with room turnover.

Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma, possess the ability to work calmly under pressure, and have BLS certification. The role requires strong communication, organization, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.