Operating Room Surgical Tech – PRN, No Weekends

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks a Surgical Technologist/LPN to support operating room procedures under RN supervision. The role focuses on instrument handling, passing sterile equipment, and ensuring patient safety during surgeries.

Shift is as needed (PRN), Monday–Friday 6:30am–3:00pm, with no weekends or holidays. Must have OR experience, Louisiana LPN license if applicable, and current BLS. Competitive compensation and a supportive, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology with one (1) year Operating Room experience preferred.
• Surgical Technology certification preferred
• Good communication and decision-making skills.
• LPNs must have 1 year of surgical technology experience, acute care setting preferred.
• Current Louisiana LPN license (if applicable)
• Current BLS certification through any ILCOR provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Surgical Technologist/LPN performs procedures, within their scope of practice, which render the safest and most effective service to the patient and surgeon.
• The Surgical Technologist anticipates the needs of the surgical team, proficiently handling and passing instruments, sutures, sponges and all other necessary sterile equipment as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision-making

Education

Surgical Technology program graduate

Surgical Technology certification

Current Louisiana LPN license

BLS certification (ILCOR)

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks a Surgical Technologist/LPN to support operating room procedures under RN supervision. The role focuses on instrument handling, passing sterile equipment, and ensuring patient safety during surgeries.

Shift is as needed (PRN), Monday–Friday 6:30am–3:00pm, with no weekends or holidays. Must have OR experience, Louisiana LPN license if applicable, and current BLS. Competitive compensation and a supportive, community-focused environment.