Surgical Tech - STHS Surgery Center

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a Surgical Technologist/LPN to assist the surgical team under RN supervision. You will handle instruments, sutures, sponges and sterile equipment to support patient care and surgeon needs.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program with 1 year OR experience preferred; LPNs must have 1 year surgical tech experience; Louisiana LPN license and BLS certification required.

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 ILCOR courses with manikin check off.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by handling and passing instruments, sutures, sponges and other sterile equipment.
• Anticipate needs of the surgical team to support patient care and surgeon efficiency.
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure equipment readiness for procedures.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Communication

Decision making

Team collaboration

BLS Certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Surgical Technology Certification

Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

WORK SHIFT: (Monday-Friday) 6:30am-3:00pm, rotating late assignments, no call, no holidays, and no weekends.

JOB SUMMARY:

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.

MINIUMUM 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 International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (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.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) - reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching

Occasionally (1%-33%) – climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), crawling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.