Surgical Tech - STHS Surgery Center (Per Diem)

St. Tammany Health System; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks a Surgical Technologist/LPN to support the surgical team under RN supervision. The role involves handling instruments, sutures, sponges and sterile equipment to ensure safe patient care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program and certification; LPNs must have surgical tech experience. This PRN position offers varied weekly hours and no weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology.
• Surgical Technology certification preferred.
• Good communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team by handling and passing instruments, sutures, sponges and sterile equipment.
• Anticipate needs of the surgical team to ensure safe, effective patient care.
• Perform procedures within scope of practice under RN supervision.

Skills

Communication

Decision-making

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program graduate

Surgical Technology certification

Tools

BLS certification

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: TBD
WORK SHIFT: As needed (PRN) Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm. No call, No weekends, No Holidays.

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.

MINIMUM 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 b y 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.