Surgical Technologist

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Wheeler Heights (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the OR team in Covington, LA, working under an RN to ensure safe, sterile procedures and readiness of instrumentation and supplies.

The role requires an accredited Surgical Technology program graduate with BLS on file, on-call availability within 30 minutes, and strong communication and decision-making skills. Full-time and PRN shifts available with on-call duties per unit standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology.
• One year experience preferred or STHS experience through the Surgical Tech Educational affiliate program.
• Acute Care OR preferred.
• Current BLS certification through ILCOR with manikin check-off.
• Call is required according to unit standards.
• Good communication skills and able to make decisions.
• The Surgical Technologist must be available in-house within 30 minutes when on call.

Responsibilities

• Scrub person on the surgical team under RN supervision.
• Prepare and handle instrumentation, supplies and devices for procedures.
• Maximize patient safety and sterile technique per AORN and professional standards.

Skills

Communication skills

On-call readiness

Decision making

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

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: 40

Work Shift: Fulltime and PRN positions. Call required (fulltime).

Shift times available - 6:15a - 2:45p, 6:15a - 6:45p, 10:15a 10:45p, or per diem.

Summary of the Job:

Surgical Technologists 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.
• 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.

Physical Effort required:

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

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 by 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.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today's life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home.

St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.