Surgical Technologist Jobs in Louisiana

A Surgical Technologist, also known as a Surgical Tech or Operating Room Technician, is an integral part of the surgical team in the med tech industry. Their primary responsibility is to assist doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals during surgical procedures. Surgical Technologists prepare the operating room, ensuring all necessary equipment and surgical tools are sterilized and readily available. They also assist during the operation by passing instruments to surgeons, holding organs in place, or using retractors. After the surgery, they may help dress wounds and transfer patients to recovery rooms.

Important skills for a Surgical Technologist include strong attention to detail, the ability to work well under pressure, good physical stamina for long surgeries, and excellent hand-eye coordination. In addition to these skills, Surgical Technologists usually need to hold a certification. The most common certifications are the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting and the Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing. Prior to becoming a Surgical Technologist, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a Medical Assistant, or even work in medical equipment sterilization, to gain experience in the medical field.

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Radiologic Tech - Surgery - The Grove - Full Time

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Operating room or anesthesia technical support experience. Certifications Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association....

Preferred - 6 months patient care experience, operating room experience. Certifications Required - Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association....

Surgical Tech - STHS Surgery Center

  • Covington, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 1 day ago

MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology with one (1) year Operating Room experience preferred....

Surgical Tech (PRN) - STHS Surgery Center

  • Covington, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 1 day ago

MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology with one (1) year Operating Room experience preferred....

Acute Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Breaux Bridge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Breaux Bridge, LA
  • 1 day ago

team members to ensure optimal patient care Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred Current BLS certification...

Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Ball, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ball, LA
  • 1 day ago

Surgical Technologist Location: Ball, LA 71405 Schedule: Full-Time, Flexible Shifts Available Be the Backbone of the Operating Room We are looking for a dedicated Surgical Technologist to support our...

Surgical Technologist Assistant - Operating Rooms

  • Hammond, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hammond, LA
  • 1 day ago

Exempt: No Summary: The Surgical Technologist Assistant (STA) will be a high school graduate or have a general education degree (GED), and must be currently enrolled in a Surgical Technologist program...

Certified Surgical Tech - CST / ST

  • Oak Ridge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, LA
  • 2 days ago

What Were Looking For in a Surgical Technologist To be considered for this role, you must be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program and certified through the NBSTSA (National Board...

Surgical Technologist - Hospital Setting

  • Basile, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Basile, LA
  • 2 days ago

Who You Are: A graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program A Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA (or able to obtain) BLS-certified Detail-oriented, dependable, and cool under...

GI/Endo Tech Surgical Services

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking GI/Endo Tech Surgical Servicess to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us At KPG Healthcare, our goal is to make the highest quality...

Operating Room Technician

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago

Willis Knighton South is seeking a dedicated, experienced surgical technologist to work seamlessly with our clinical and non-clinical staff in the operating room....

Surgical Technologist 3

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

The Surgical Technologist 3 prepares and maintains medical equipment for surgical procedures....

The Gifted Healthcare Experience Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. Gifted...

Acute Certified Surgical Technologist

  • Belle Rose, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Belle Rose, LA
  • 6 days ago

team members to ensure optimal patient care Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred Current BLS certification...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Surgical Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Exam Prep
Further your career with Peterson's Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam prep. Test your patient care and surgical skills with Peterson's practice tests. CST test prep includes: 3...
Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic
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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in Louisiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Surgical Technologists in Louisiana offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.4%
High School or GED
17.6%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Surgical Technologists in Louisiana
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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