Surgical Technician, Plastic Surgery

APDerm Management • Worcester, MA

1d • $29 - $44

About The Position

We are a thriving private facial and body plastic surgery center seeking an experienced Surgical Technician to join our growing team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
• Previous experience working within a medical assistant role is required.

Nice To Haves

• CST (Certified Surgical Technician) preferred but not required.
• Plastic Surgery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon by providing and controlling surgical instruments and equipment during surgery.
• Ensures that instruments and supplies are cleaned, sterilized and available as needed.
• Provides hands on assisting with procedures.
• Assist the surgeon in day-to-day clinic flow when needed.
• Opens sterile supplies and sets up for each procedure.
• Performs medical assisting duties which may include, but are not limited to, vital signs, height and weight, and assisting during excisions and surgical procedures.
• Ensures that all patient care areas are clean, organized, stocked and ready for patient use daily.
• Assists surgeon during procedure according to prescribed standards.
• Assists and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
• Takes appropriate photographs of patients as directed by surgeon for pre and post documentation.
• Sterilize and package instruments in accordance with industry standards.
• Communicates with patients, other teammates and the general public in a courteous, helpful manner by phone and in person.
• Assist with OSHA daily and monthly checks.
• Must have the ability to correctly maintain the OSHA log.
• Complete suture inventory and check rooms for expiring inventory.
• Will also complete Medical Assistant and other clinical responsibilities as needed, based on the needs of the center.

Benefits

• Work alongside a Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in a state-of-the-art facility.
• Collaborative, supportive, and high performing surgical team.
• No nights, weekends or holidays.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and cross-training within the surgical suite.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees