Travel Surgical Tech - OR Sterile Field & Instrumentation

Nurses Direct; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance available upon start of assignment

Job summary

Nurses Direct in New Orleans, United States, is looking for a Surgical Technologist to prepare and maintain the sterility of the operating room. Responsibilities include assisting surgeons during procedures, transporting patients, and managing sterile instruments.

A successful candidate will have surgical tech training and a current BLS certification. The position emphasizes effective communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational abilities.

Health insurance is available upon start of assignment.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and surgical procedures is essential.
• Capable of standing for long periods and remaining alert during operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room and ensure safety and sterility.
• Assist in transporting patients and passing instruments to the surgeon.
• Count, clean, and ensure no foreign objects are left in the patient.

Skills

Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to demonstrate good judgement

Education

Surgical tech training (formal or informal)

Certification in clinical specialty area

Job description

Nurses Direct in New Orleans, United States, is looking for a Surgical Technologist to prepare and maintain the sterility of the operating room. Responsibilities include assisting surgeons during procedures, transporting patients, and managing sterile instruments.

A successful candidate will have surgical tech training and a current BLS certification. The position emphasizes effective communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational abilities.

Health insurance is available upon start of assignment.