Surgical Tech - First Assist (STFA) - Cardiovascular Surgery
Ochsner Health
Job Description
Job Description
Surgical Technologist (Surg Tech) - First Assist
Covington, Louisiana • Full-time
Ochsner Health | Full-Time | Surgical Services
Join Ochsner Health in the Northshore region — we’re seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist First Assist to support our surgical team at St. Tammany Health System in Covington. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in delivering high-quality surgical care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
About the Role:
The Surgical Tech First Assist works alongside surgeons and the operating room team to support a wide range of surgical procedures. In this role, you’ll provide direct intraoperative assistance, helping ensure procedures are performed safely and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
You will function in both scrub and first assist capacities, utilizing advanced technical skills, knowledge of surgical anatomy, and sterile technique. This position is ideal for an experienced surgical technologist looking to expand their scope and make a meaningful impact in the operating room.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program (required).
- Surgical Technologist certification (required).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
- Completion of a Surgical First Assistant program or equivalent experience (preferred).
- Prior operating room experience (required).
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile technique.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment.
- Proficiency with computers and clinical systems.
Why Ochsner Health – Northshore Region:
At Ochsner Health, you’ll be part of a nationally recognized healthcare system known for excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care. Our surgical teams operate in a collaborative, high-performing environment where your expertise is valued and your growth is supported.
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement—giving you the tools and stability to build a rewarding career while making a real difference in patients’ lives.
Apply Today:
Take the next step in your surgical career and join our dedicated operating room team at Ochsner Health. Be part of something bigger and make an impact every day.
About Ochsner Health
Ochsner Health is a leading not-for-profit healthcare system serving Louisiana, Mississippi, and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate, and Innovate. Recognized nationally for excellence, Ochsner is committed to advancing healthcare through research, education, and innovation while improving the health and wellness of the communities it serves.
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