OR Care Technician: Calm, Critical Surgery Support

Ochsner Health; Metairie (LA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Metairie, LA seeks a dedicated healthcare support professional to assist the surgical team, transport patients, and help with room turnover. You will perform indirect and direct patient care, maintain a safe environment, and ensure credentials are up-to-date, providing reliable support in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification, with preferred experience in patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required.
• Experience in healthcare or patient care preferred.

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 specific patient population, including respect for privacy and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Judgement and decision making

Organization and time management

Adaptability in fast-paced settings

Mobility around department

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ochsner Health in Metairie, LA seeks a dedicated healthcare support professional to assist the surgical team, transport patients, and help with room turnover. You will perform indirect and direct patient care, maintain a safe environment, and ensure credentials are up-to-date, providing reliable support in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification, with preferred experience in patient care.