Surgical Tech - Ochsner BR - PRN

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Baton Rouge, LA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

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! 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.

Requirements

• Education Required - 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.
• Certifications Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.
• Expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, surgery procedures, and implementation 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).

Nice To Haves

• Preferred - 1 year of experience in a similar medical setting.
• Preferred - Certification in surgical technology.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees