Surgical Technician Non Certified - General Surgery

CHRISTUS Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Surgical Tech to prepare and hand instruments for procedures, maintain sterile technique, and assist physicians and nurses during operations. The role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and 2+ years of experience; the ideal candidate will work in a team-driven OR, follow unit policies, and ensure patient safety and efficient case flow.

This full-time position offers regular day shifts (5 days, 8 hours) and a collaborative work

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; BLS certification preferred.
• Experience in the OR environment and familiarity with sterile processing preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Establishes sterile field and passes instruments to the surgeon.
• Supports the surgical team before, during, and after procedures.
• Ensures adherence to universal precautions and sterile processing policies.
• Assists with room setup and instrument preparation per physician preference cards.

Skills

Sterile technique

Instrument handling

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

Summary: This Job is responsible for preparing and passing instruments and equipment for assigned surgical procedures In accordance with hospital and department standards and is responsible for carrying out identified patient care needs delegated by an RN, Physician or Director/Manager/Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and suture to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
• Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
• Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
• Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
• Cooperates in team planning and execution.
• Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices at all times.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
• Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
• Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Skills

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required

Work Schedule

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type

Full Time