Travel Surgical Tech (OR Tech) Job at Nurses Direct LLC, Gretna, LA

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  • Nurses Direct LLC
  • Gretna, LA

Job Description

3x 12h or 4x 10h or 5x 8h
(on call discussed with interview - possibility of NO call)

Preparing the operating room

Ensuring the operating room is safe and sterile, and that all equipment is functioning properly

Preparing patients

Washing and disinfecting incision sites, and transporting patients to the operating room

Assisting during surgery

Passing sterile instruments and supplies to the surgeon, holding organs in place, and maintaining a sterile field

Counting supplies

Ensuring that no foreign objects are left in the patient by counting instruments and sponges before and after surgery

Cleaning up after surgery

Performing wound care, such as bandaging and dressing incisions, and restocking the operating room

Participating in quality improvement

Participating in debriefing and quality improvement practices to ensure quality patient care

Surgical technologists need to be knowledgeable about human anatomy, surgical procedures, and sterile and aseptic technique.

They also need to be able to stand for long periods and remain alert during operations.

Requirements

Education

Required - surgical tech training (formal or informal).

Preferred - certification in hand

Certifications

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

  • Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed.
  • Ability to demonstrate good judgement. 

Benefits

Health insurance available upon start of assignment.

Job Tags

Contract work,

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