St. Tammany Health System·Covington, Louisiana
Functions as a scrub person within the surgical team to facilitate safe and effective invasive procedures. Responsible for preparing and handling all necessary instrumentation, supplies, and devices while maintaining sterile techniques.
At St.
Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal.
That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St.
Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package.
The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain.
It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Monday through Friday, 6:15 am to 2:45 pm.
Call is required during week, weekends, holidays, and disasters.
Summary of the Job: 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.
The Surgical Technologist is responsible to prepare and handle the instrumentation, supplies, and devices necessary for the surgical procedure.
Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology. LPN Licensure (if applicable). One (1) year experience is preferred or 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.
Surgical Technology Certification (CST) preferred.
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 EMPLOYMENT Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Requires graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology school and current BLS certification. One year of experience or completion of the STHS educational affiliate program is preferred.
Market context
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