Surgical Tech - Surgery Per Diem

Surgical Tech - Surgery Per Diem

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many 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.

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, a peaceful, scenic, community‑oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Surgical Technologists/LPN function 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 for preparing and handling 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 preferred or St. Tammany Health System experience through the Surgical Tech Educational affiliate program.
• Acute Care OR preferred.
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided course (e.g., Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, American Red Cross). The ILCOR course must include a manikin check‑off.
• Call is required according to unit standards.
• Good communication skills and ability to make decisions.
• Must be available in‑house within 30 minutes when on call.

• Surgical Technology Certification (CST) preferred.

• Must possess good physical health. Requires 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.

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

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct themselves according to our mission, vision, and values. Please review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here
, before applying.

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are 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.

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