Certified Surgical Tech

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. 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! This job assists in procedures competently and professionally, ensures appropriate handling and maintenance of equipment and supplies, and ensures availability of equipment and supplies for surgical procedures. Scrubs for surgical procedures and performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse (RN). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Education Required – High school diploma or equivalent and graduate from an accepted course in surgical technology certification. Work Experience Required – None. Preferred – 1 year of experience in a similar medical setting. Basic analytical experience. Certifications Required – Certification in Surgical Technology. Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Good organizational skills. Good time management skills and ability to be self‑directed. Ability to demonstrate good judgment. Job Duties Performs direct patient care duties, including assisting physicians during procedures. Assists in the day‑to‑day operations of the department. Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, equipment, training, and credentials. Adapts to change in a positive constructive manner. Ensures cleanliness and disinfection of endoscopes while maintaining quality control measures. 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 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 Very Heavy Work – Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. There may be exposure to blood, body fluid, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste in the healthcare setting. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health