Surgical Technician - Growth, Benefits & Teaching Facility

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement options

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Surgical Technician to provide technical care for patients within the operating unit, under the direction of medical staff and in accordance with hospital policies. Responsibilities include aseptic technique, instrument handling, universal precautions, and assisting surgeons during procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, sterile technique training preferred, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED; sterile technique training preferred.
• Certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; ability to communicate with employees, vendors, and other medical personnel.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes aseptic technique and maintains sterile conscience.
• Gathers appropriate instruments and supplies for all assigned cases.
• Performs surgical counts accurately (when applicable).
• Passes instruments to surgeons during surgery.
• Sets up the operating room prior to surgery.
• Assists with moving the patient to the operating room and positions them on the table.
• Cleans the operating room and sterilizes equipment after procedures.
• Maintains equipment and ensures readiness for emergencies.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Sterile technique training

Certification

Basic computer skills

English communication

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Surgical Technician to provide technical care for patients within the operating unit, under the direction of medical staff and in accordance with hospital policies. Responsibilities include aseptic technique, instrument handling, universal precautions, and assisting surgeons during procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, sterile technique training preferred, and basic computer skills.