Surgical Tech - Surgery Department

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a Surgical Technologist/LPN to support the operating room team.

The role requires assisting the surgical team under RN supervision, preparing instrumentation and supplies, and maintaining sterile technique to maximize patient safety during invasive procedures. Qualified candidates will have an accredited Surgical Technology program, LPN licensure if applicable, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology.
• LPN Licensure (if applicable).
• One year experience preferred or through Surgical Tech Educational affiliate program.
• Acute Care OR preferred.
• Current BLS certification through ILCOR or similar provider.
• ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Call required according to unit standards.
• Good communication skills and able to make decisions.
• Surgery Technologist must be available in-house within 30 minutes when on call.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a scrub person as part of the surgical team.
• Work under RN supervision to facilitate safe, sterile procedures.
• Prepare and handle instrumentation, supplies, and devices for surgery.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

On-call readiness

Physical stamina

Education

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program

LPN licensure

Surgical Technology CST certification (preferred)

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: 36

Work Shift

Three, 12‑hour shifts from 6:15a to 6:45p during the weekdays. Call is required during the weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Summary of the Job

Surgical Technologists/LPN functions as members of the surgical team in the role of a scrub person. They work under the supervision of a RN to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and surgical procedures maximizing patient safety and sterile technique with the application of AORN and professional standards. The Surgical Technologist is responsible to prepare and handle the instrumentation, supplies, and devices necessary for the surgical procedure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology.
• LPN Licensure (if applicable).
• One (1) year experience is preferred or STHS experience through the Surgical Tech Educational affiliate program.
• Acute Care OR preferred.
• 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.
• Call is required according to unit standards.
• Good communication skills and able to make decisions.
• The Surgery Surgical Technologist must be available in‑house within 30 minutes when on call.

Preferred Qualifications

• Surgical Technology Certification (CST) preferred.

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.
• Constant (67%-100%) - reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing.
• Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE.
• Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching.

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.