Surgical Technician-Certified

Ochsner Health; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Slidell, Louisiana, is looking for a Surgical Technologist to provide direct patient care and assist in surgical procedures. Candidates must graduate from an accredited surgical technologist program and possess BLS certification. Skills required include expertise in aseptic techniques, good communication, and adaptability to fluctuating workloads. This position may require heavy lifting and exposure to various hazardous situations. Ochsner offers equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association.
• Preferred: Certification in surgical technology.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience in a similar medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care duties.
• Organize activities and supplies based on surgery schedule.
• Communicate information about patient care needs.
• Maintain required clinical knowledge and skills.
• Adapt to rapid changes in the department.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Sterile and aseptic techniques

Knowledge of human anatomy and surgery procedures

Basic analytical skills

Computer proficiency

Effective communication skills

Flexibility in work schedule

Education

Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program

Job description

Education

Required: Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program or 5 years of Surgical Technologist Experience.

Work Experience

Required: None.

Preferred: 1 year of experience in a similar medical setting.

Certifications

Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.

Preferred: Certification in surgical technology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, surgery procedures, and implementation instruments and technologies.
• Basic analytical skills.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call).

Job Duties

• Performs direct patient care duties.
• Organizes activities and supplies based on surgery schedule and daily needs.
• Competently cares for and provides services to patients/customers in relation to their age and development with supervision of the staff nurse.
• Communicates information pertaining to patient care needs to patients, family members and co-workers.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials.
• Adapts to rapid changes in the department caused by unit census, patient acuity and resource availability.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Heavy work: Exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally; 25-50 pounds frequently; 10-20 pounds constantly. Duties may require exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, hazardous medications, or waste, with occupational risk for communicable diseases.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.