Surgical Technologist Full Time

Iberia Medical Center; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great medical benefits

Early access to earned wages

Participation in robust state pension

Job summary

Iberia Medical Center is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (Surgical Tech) for a full-time position. The role supports nursing care during surgical interventions, including instrument setup, delivery, and assistance to surgeons.

The ideal candidate will be a High School graduate or graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program, with eligibility to sit for certification exams, and will work with a diverse patient population across age groups.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology Program.
• Eligible, but not mandatory, to sit for the Surgical Technologist Certification Exam.

Responsibilities

• Scrub and assist with surgical care for patients.
• Assist surgeons and provide instrument setup and delivery.
• Maintain instruments and equipment during procedures.
• Interact with patients, families, and health team members.
• Support care across newborn to geriatric populations.

Skills

Surgical scrub

Patient care

Instrument handling

Communication

Education

High School Graduate

Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Tools

Laparoscopic equipment

Powered surgical equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Iberia Medical Center is an award-winning hospital committed to improving the health and quality of life of its community while being a favorite place of employment in south Louisiana. In consecutive years, Iberia Medical Center has been recognized as Best Hospital, Best Place To Work, and Best Physical Therapy center. The not-for-profit hospital recently celebrated 60 years of service and is Joint-Commission accredited. Iberia Medical Center’s multiple campuses are home to over 30 medical specialties provided by over 140 physicians.

Iberia Medical Center is currently looking to hire aCertified Surgical Technologist (Surgical Tech),on a full time basis.TheSurgical Techassists with the nursing care of patients receiving surgical care and surgical intervention. Duties include scrubbing and other related procedures, including but not limited to: instrument setup, delivery during procedures, assisting the surgeons, instrument cleaning, processing and maintenance. Effectively interact with patient, significant others, and other heath team members. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/social, education, safety and related criteria for the newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric population.

EDUCATION

• High School Graduate &/or graduate of accredited Surgical Technology Program.
• Eligible, but not mandatory, to sit for the Surgical Technologist Certification Exam or grandfathered for LPNâ€s and OR Techs who received on the job training.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

• Current certification in the State of Louisiana, if applicable.

JOB KNOWLEDGE

• Basic knowledge of suture materials and techniques.
• Basic knowledge of biology and chemistry.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Thorough knowledge of surgical procedures, maintenance and care of equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical, laparoscopic, and powered surgical equipment.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:

• Great medical benefit plan
• Early access to earned wages
• Participation in robust state pension plan
• Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more!