Operating Room Surgical Tech: Precision Care & Sterile Protocols

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technician to provide technical care for patients in the assigned unit, supporting medical care under the direction of medical staff and nursing supervision. The role entails delegating care and reporting to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse.

The position requires adherence to aseptic technique, universal precautions, accurate handling of instruments and specimens, and coordination with the surgical team to ensure patient safety throughout

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, sterile technique training preferred.
• Certification preferred; ability to read, write and follow procedures.
• Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; communication with staff.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication; patient safety mindset.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced surgical environment and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes aseptic technique and maintains sterile conscience.
• Accurately gathers instruments and supplies for all assigned cases.
• Uses universal precautions including protective eye wear.
• Performs surgical counts accurately when applicable.
• Handles and labels specimens per policy.
• Communicates clearly with surgical team members, circulator, physician.
• Participates in Universal Protocol practices as appropriate.
• Prepares OR and disposes of instruments after procedures.
• Ensures equipment and instrumentation are available for emergencies.
• Utilizes unit-specific equipment safely (Autoclave, microscopes).
• Sets up the operating room prior to surgery and checks equipment.
• Passes instruments to surgeons during procedures.
• Assists with moving the patient to the OR and positions on the table.
• Post-procedure cleaning of the OR and re-sterilization of surfaces.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical instruments handling

Universal precautions

Communication

Team collaboration

Equipment troubleshooting

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Sterile technique training

Certification preferred

Basic computer skills

Tools

Autoclave

Microscopes

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technician to provide technical care for patients in the assigned unit, supporting medical care under the direction of medical staff and nursing supervision. The role entails delegating care and reporting to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse.

The position requires adherence to aseptic technique, universal precautions, accurate handling of instruments and specimens, and coordination with the surgical team to ensure patient safety throughout