Job Description
Join our elite surgical team in Baton Rouge! Baton Rouge Surgical Center is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Technologist for an immediate full-time position. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise makes a real difference. As a vital member of our operating room team, you'll support life-saving procedures while advancing your career in one of Louisiana's leading healthcare facilities. Apply today to start your journey with us!
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure equipment functionality
- Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and maintaining sterile fields
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after surgeries
- Apply sterile dressings and wound closures post-procedure
- Coordinate with anesthesia and nursing teams for seamless patient care
- Document surgical events accurately in electronic health records
- Maintain inventory of surgical supplies and equipment
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Minimum 1 year of operating room experience preferred
- Graduate from accredited surgical technology program
- Strong knowledge of sterile processing and aseptic techniques
- Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced surgical environments
- BLS/CPR certification required
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs