Surgical Tech: Endoscopy & OR Scrub Specialist

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks an surgical technology specialist to ensure equipment and supplies for endoscopy and surgical procedures. You will scrub for surgeries and assist endoscopy under RN supervision.

Required: high school diploma and surgical tech program; BLS; optional 1 year of experience in a medical setting. Strong sterile technique and team communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and graduate from an accepted surgical technology program.
• 1 year of experience in a similar medical setting preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties.
• Organizes activities and supplies based on surgery schedule.
• Cares for patients under supervision of the staff nurse.
• Communicates patient care needs to patients and co-workers.
• Maintains clinical knowledge, skills, and credentials.
• Adapts to rapid department changes.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

Flexibility schedule

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma + Surgical tech program

Tools

Surgical instruments

Endoscopy equipment

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks an surgical technology specialist to ensure equipment and supplies for endoscopy and surgical procedures. You will scrub for surgeries and assist endoscopy under RN supervision.

Required: high school diploma and surgical tech program; BLS; optional 1 year of experience in a medical setting. Strong sterile technique and team communication are essential.