Surgical Care Aide - Calm, Compassionate OR Support

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks a patient-care oriented team member to support the surgical team and assist with patient care. The role includes transporting patients, relaying messages and maintaining room turnover in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Required is a High School diploma and BLS certification, with preferred experience in patient care. The position emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in healthcare setting preferred (OR experience).

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.

Skills

Data entry

Windows skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Privacy respect

Minimal supervision

Keyboard proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Windows

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks a patient-care oriented team member to support the surgical team and assist with patient care. The role includes transporting patients, relaying messages and maintaining room turnover in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Required is a High School diploma and BLS certification, with preferred experience in patient care. The position emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a challenging environment.