Surgical Technologist – Vascular/Hybrid OR
New Orleans, Louisiana
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

Job Opportunity: OR Tech / Surgical Tech

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Assignment may include being part of an "Emergency Team" with expectations to stay onsite during emergency events or provide relief as assigned.
• Shift: Split 12-hour shift from 08:30 to 21:00.
• First half of the shift covers breaks, lunches, and relief; experience in multiple service lines such as general surgery, robotics, colon, and ortho is necessary to provide relief coverage.
• Peripheral vascular (PV) call required and will be on call.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an OR Tech / Surgical Tech
• CVOR Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• Experience with peripheral vascular and hybrid OR cases
• Experience with abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and endovascular AAA
• Experience with carotid endarterectomy
• Experience with fem-pop and tibial bypass
• Experience with embolectomy
• Experience with aortograms and fistulagrams
• Experience with AV fistulas and AV grafts
• Experience with total abdominal hysterectomy (TAH), total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH), and vaginal hysterectomy
• Experience with robotic cases, laparoscopic ectopic, laparoscopic cases, and laparotomy
• Experience with gastrectomy and liver resection
• Experience with mastectomy
• Experience with soft tissue procedures such as biopsy and hernia
• Experience with colectomy and anal cases
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• NBSTSA or NCCT certification (Surgical Technologist certification)

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NBSTSA or NCCT certification (Surgical Technologist certification)

Licensure & Compliance

• Must have an active state license or compact license appropriate for the role upon submission.
• Current/valid Driver’s License or government photo ID required (color copy).
• Background check within 90 days of start, including criminal history and education verification.
• Various background screenings and verifications required within 30 days of start (e.g., EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, Sex Offender Search).
• Drug screening (10-panel) within 60 days of start.
• Immunizations and health documents required, including:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • Tdap vaccine (if applicable)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season (Oct-Apr)
• Fit testing for N95 masks required within one year of start; can be completed onsite if necessary.

Additional Requirements

• Must be comfortable with emergency event assignments and extended onsite presence if needed.
• Skills checklist and employment application required, including 7 years of employment history and explanation of gaps.
• Resume/application must be submitted.

Summary

This is a travel contract position for an experienced Surgical Technologist with strong peripheral vascular and hybrid OR skills. The role requires flexibility for emergency team assignments, a split 12-hour shift, and prior travel experience. Candidates must hold required certifications and meet comprehensive licensure, background, and health compliance standards.