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Surgical Technologist Certified, Surg General - PRN

CHRISTUS Health

Lake Charles, LA
5 days ago

Job Description

Join CHRISTUS Health as a Certified Surgical Technologist, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting pre-operative patients and assisting in the operating room. Your expertise in maintaining sterile environments and handling surgical instruments will be vital in ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and care for pre-operative patients
  • Maintain aseptic techniques and monitor for breaches
  • Transport patients to and from the Operating Room
  • Establish and maintain sterile field during surgery
  • Assist the physician by passing instruments and sutures
  • Keep physician preference cards up to date
  • Ensure safety and sanitation adherence in the OR
  • Perform patient care responsibilities accommodating unique needs

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of Surgical Technology program or accredited LVN/LPN program
  • BLS certification
  • Certification of Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2 or more years of experience
  • Ability to proficiently scrub in 3 specialty areas including Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics