Surgical Technician - PRN - Vision Correction Center
About The Position
The Surgical Technician assists with surgical operations under the supervision of Surgeons, Registered Nurses, and Surgical Assistants. The role supports the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and accreditation standards and company policies and procedures, helping Nurses and Surgeons provide a high standard of patient care. This PRN role is at the Vision Correction Center, part of Tuscaloosa Ophthalmology, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The center’s hours are Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; shifts fall within those hours, with occasional earlier or later work as needed. There are no late nights, weekends, or on-call shifts. The position reports to the ASC Administrator.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification.
- Favorable result on a background check.
- Proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
- Ability to prioritize, plan, and implement patient care within the scope of practice.
- Ability to manage stress while prioritizing multiple tasks.
- Manual dexterity to handle instruments; ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds.
- Emotional conscientiousness and stability, organization, effective time management, and ability to adhere to a work schedule.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- Above-average verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Amkai Charts Database software and Microsoft Word; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of hospital main operating-room experience.
- Certified Surgical Technician (CST) certification or another Surgical Technician certification.
- Experienced Surgical Technician; the employer will consider training someone with a strong LPN, Medical Assistant, or COA background.
Responsibilities
- Perform duties ethically and legally within the scope of certification and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Scrub all types of cases performed at the company and anticipate the Surgeon’s needs by making equipment, medical gases, and supplies readily available.
- Participate in continuing education and in-service training, staff meetings, and the Q.A.P.I. program.
- Apply knowledge of the central and sterile supply department; open sterile packs using sterile technique and prepare instruments.
- Prepare the operating room by setting up instruments, checking equipment, labeling sterile solutions, and gathering supplies and equipment.
- Maintain records of medications used intra-operatively, specimens retrieved, tissue or implants used, and liquids or chemicals on the field.
- Pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgical assistants; hold retractors, cut suture, and help count sponges, needles, or blades when applicable.
- Prepare, care for, and dispose of specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
- Operate sterilizers, lights, suction, other operating-room equipment, and diagnostic equipment.
- Assist with patient transfer to PACU when needed.
- Help clean and restock the operating room and perform technical functions under supervision to support safe operations.
- Prepare, drape, and position patients for surgery; prepare each case according to the Surgeon’s preference card and anticipate case needs.
- Assist with orientation of new staff when needed and participate in developing a healthy work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Education Level
High school or GED
