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Itechpost

Surgical Tech

Itechpost, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123


The

Surgical Technician

will assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. They will ensure the operating room environment is safe, equipment is functioning properly, and patients are prepared for surgery.

This job ensures availability of equipment and supplies for endoscopy/surgical procedures; exhibits skills to competently scrub for surgical procedures and assist for endoscopy procedures; and performs other duties as assigned by the RN.

Job Details:* Full-Time Day Shift, Monday - Friday, Some On-Call* $19.35-30.95 plus $1.00 for CST Certification* Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus* Relocation Assistance

Duties:

Performs direct patient care duties.Organizes activities and supplies based on surgery schedule and daily needs of the department.Competently cares for and provides services to patients/customers in specific relations to their age and developmental stage with supervision of the staff nurse.Communicates information pertaining to patient care needs to patients, family members, and co-workers.Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials.Adapts to rapid changes in the department caused by unit census, patient acuity, and resource availability.

Requirements:Education:* Required – High school diploma or equivalent and graduate from an accepted course in surgical technology.

Work Experience:* Preferred – 1 year of experience in a similar medical setting.

Certifications:* Required – Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.* Preferred – Certification in surgical technology.

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed – our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

$19.35 - $30.95 per hour

Benefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insurance

Schedule:Day shiftMonday to FridayOn call

Work Location:

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