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Ochsner Health · 2 weeks ago

Surg Tech - In House Agency - New Orleans/South Shore Region

New Orleans, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Ochsner Health is committed to serving and innovating in the healthcare field. They are seeking a Surgical Technician to ensure the availability of equipment and supplies for surgical procedures, assist in surgeries, and perform other related duties as assigned.

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Responsibilities

Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style

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 assigned

Qualification

Surgical Technology CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)SterileAseptic TechniquesHuman Anatomy KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsComputer ProficiencyFlexible Work ScheduleEffective Communication

Required

High school diploma or equivalent and graduate from an accepted course in surgical technology

1 year of experience in a similar medical setting

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)

Preferred

Certification In Surgical Technology

Company

Ochsner Health

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Ochsner Health is the leading nonprofit healthcare provider in Louisiana, Mississippi and across the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 47 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers.

Founded in 1942

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

10001+ employees