OR Surgical Tech & Endoscopy Scrub Specialist (On-Call)

Ochsner Health; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Kenner, LA is seeking a Surgical Technologist to ensure availability of supplies for endoscopy and surgical procedures, scrub for procedures, and assist the OR team. The role supports patient care through organized workflows and collaboration with RNs and surgeons.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with graduation from an approved surgical technology program, BLS certification, and a preference for 1 year of related experience; strong sterile technique

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent and graduation from an approved surgical technology program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred - 1 year of experience in a similar medical setting.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties.
• Organizes supplies based on surgery schedule.
• Cares for patients with supervision of the staff nurse.
• Communicates information pertaining to patient care needs to patients, family members and co-workers.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Adapts to rapid changes in the department caused by unit census, patient acuity and resource availability.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical scrub

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from surgical technology program

Job description

Ochsner Health in Kenner, LA is seeking a Surgical Technologist to ensure availability of supplies for endoscopy and surgical procedures, scrub for procedures, and assist the OR team. The role supports patient care through organized workflows and collaboration with RNs and surgeons.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with graduation from an approved surgical technology program, BLS certification, and a preference for 1 year of related experience; strong sterile technique