Surgical Technologist: Precision Prep & Sterile Field Pro

FMOL Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Surgical Technologist 1 to prepare and maintain equipment for surgical procedures, following hospital regulations and industry procedures to tend to patients during pre-operation. The role requires general supervision and emphasizes sterile technique and teamwork.

The candidate will assist the OR staff, manage autoclave sterilization, and support efficient room turnover while ensuring patient safety and adherence to AORN guidelines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• No experience required or 1 year substituting for education requirement.
• Strong communication, customer service and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Surgical Case Preparation
• Ensure proper equipment, instruments and supplies are provided for procedures and specialty areas.
• Ensure a well organized sterile setup/field is maintained at all times contributing to smooth operations.
• Anticipate and respond timely with efficiency when performing assignments.
• Follow proper sterile techniques and maintain a sterile field at all times.
• Provide assistance to the circulating RN with procedure/patient preparation.
• Working knowledge of autoclaves to consistently follow proper sterilization methods.
• Follow instrument, sponge and sharps counting procedures.
• Instrumentation checked for accuracy prior to procedure and maintained throughout.
• Assist in positioning patients as needed.
• Ensure AORN guidelines are followed at all times.
• Collaborate with team and participate in department improvements and staff meetings.
• Assist with room turnovers to reduce turnover time.
• Respond to overhead pages promptly (≤3 minutes).
• Take call for assigned department within four months of hire if required.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

Surgical Technology program (accredited)

Tools

Autoclaves

Job description

FMOL Health in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Surgical Technologist 1 to prepare and maintain equipment for surgical procedures, following hospital regulations and industry procedures to tend to patients during pre-operation. The role requires general supervision and emphasizes sterile technique and teamwork.

The candidate will assist the OR staff, manage autoclave sterilization, and support efficient room turnover while ensuring patient safety and adherence to AORN guidelines.