Lead Eye Surgery Technician

ClearSight Center•Plano, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

ClearSight LASIK & Lens is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technician with proven leadership ability to serve as Lead Surgery Technician in Plano, Texas. This hands-on leadership position works closely with providers, the Center Director, the Surgical Operations Manager, and the Director of Surgical and Clinical Services to coordinate day-to-day surgery team activities, support surgeons, mentor team members, and help ensure safe and efficient surgical days. The successful candidate leads by example, communicates directly and respectfully, remains calm in a fast-paced environment, and is willing to step into any surgical team role when needed. The position includes assisting surgeons and surgical team members throughout the procedural day; coordinating workflow, assignments, and coverage; reviewing schedules and delegating responsibilities; supporting scorecard KPIs; maintaining supplies and sterile instruments; and communicating supply, implant, and medication needs. The Lead Surgery Technician also supports safe patient care, provides team training and feedback, helps onboard and cross-train employees, and stays current with surgical practices, policies, training requirements, and organizational standards. This is an exempt, full-time position requiring work five days per week and participation in the department’s on-call rotation. Daytime travel and occasional overnight travel to other ClearSight locations may be required for training, meetings, or collaboration. Professional references addressing leadership, teamwork, communication, and performance are required; the reference process may include former supervisors, peers, and people the candidate has led or mentored.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Surgical Technician certification.
Prior experience working as a Surgical Technician.
Proven successful experience in a lead position and demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, or develop others.
Strong knowledge of surgical operations and technical procedures.
Ability to manage daily schedules, prioritize needs, delegate effectively, and hold team members accountable.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to provide clear, respectful, and timely feedback.
Ability to remain calm and level-headed in a fast-paced or emergent surgical environment.
Proficiency with EMR systems and daily chart management.
Strong computer and organizational skills.
Ability to complete required departmental certifications within designated timeframes.
Ability to maintain required OSHA, HIPAA, and CPR training and certifications.
Ability to work full time five days a week and participate in the department's on-call rotation.
Ability to travel during the day and occasionally overnight to other ClearSight locations for training, meetings, or surgical team collaboration.
Professional references able to speak directly to leadership, teamwork, communication, and performance are required as part of the selection process.

Responsibilities

Assist surgeons and surgical team members throughout the procedural day.
Help coordinate daily surgical workflow, technician assignments, and team coverage.
Review the daily schedule and delegate responsibilities to support an efficient and balanced workflow.
Collaborate with the Center Director, Surgical Operations Manager, and Director of Surgical and Clinical Services to ensure the scorecard meets KPIs.
Ensure the operating room and Laser Vision Correction areas are stocked with necessary supplies and sterile instruments in a timely manner.
Communicate supply, implant, and medication needs to the Surgical Operations Director.
Support safe and efficient patient care by following established surgical policies and procedures.
Communicate clearly and professionally with surgeons, team members, and administration.
Provide calm, direct leadership during time-sensitive or emergent situations.
Train, mentor, and motivate team members using respectful and effective communication.
Participate in new employee training and cross-training throughout surgical areas.
Stay current on surgical practices, policies, training requirements, and organizational standards.
Step into any surgical team position when needed.