Surgical Tech - (PRN)

Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologists/LPN functions as members of the surgical team in the role of a scrub person. They work under the supervision of a RN to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and surgical procedures maximizing patient safety and sterile technique with the application of AORN and professional standards.

• Prepare and handle the instrumentation, supplies, and devices necessary for the surgical procedure.
• Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and surgical procedures.
• Maximize patient safety and sterile technique with the application of AORN and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology.
• LPN Licensure (if applicable).
• One (1) year experience is preferred or St. Tammany Health System (STHS) experience through the Surgical Tech Educational affiliate program.
• Acute Care OR preferred.
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.
• The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Call is required according to unit standards.
• Good communication skills and able to make decisions.
• The Surgery Surgical Technologist must be available in-house within 30 minutes when on call.

Preferred Qualifications

• Surgical Technology Certification (CST) preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort Required

• Constant (67%-100%): Reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing.
• Frequently (34%-66%): NONE.
• Occasionally (1%-33%): Lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching.