Surgical Tech - Elmwood Ortho Hospital - PRN

Surgical Tech - Elmwood Ortho Hospital - PRN

Surgical Tech - Elmwood Ortho Hospital - PRN role at Ochsner Health

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening our 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.

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

Up to $10K sign‑on bonus available.

Education: Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program or military program (online surgical tech programs not accepted) OR 5 years of Surgical Technologist Experience.

Work Experience: Required – None. 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.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

(KSAs):

• Expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation of instruments and technologies.
• Basic analytical skills.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call availability).

Job 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.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

The employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands: Heavy work – Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases.

May be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.

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