Surgical Technician (PRN) - Eye Surgery Center of Elizabethtown - Monday-Friday Schedule, No Weekends!

Bennett and Bloom Eye Centers•Elizabethtown, KY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technician assists in 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 provide a high standard of patient care. This PRN position is scheduled 1–2 days per week, with shifts occurring Monday through Friday between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Shifts may begin earlier or end later as needed. The posting states there are no late nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts. Experienced Surgical Technicians are highly preferred; candidates with a strong LPN, Medical Assistant, or COA background may be considered for training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; the posting also refers to Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).
Favorable result on a background check required.
Must provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States.
Ability to prioritize, plan, and implement patient care within the scope of practice.
Ability to handle stress while prioritizing multiple tasks.
Manual dexterity to handle instruments and strong fine motor skills with full use of hands.
Must be emotionally conscientious, orderly, and emotionally stable in the operating-room environment.
Ability to adhere to a work schedule, stay organized, manage time effectively and cost-effectively, and work effectively within a team.
Above-average organizational and verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Amkai Charts Database software and Microsoft Word; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Able to meet the physical demands described, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two years of hospital main operating room experience preferred.
Certified Surgical Technician (CST) or other Surgical Technician certification preferred.
Experienced Surgical Technician highly preferred; candidates with a strong LPN, Medical Assistant, or COA background may be considered for training.

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 surgeons’ needs by having equipment, medical gases, and supplies readily available.
Participate in continuing education, in-service training, staff meetings, and the Q.A.P.I. program as needed.
Apply knowledge of the central and sterile supply department; open sterile packs using sterile technique and prepare instruments as needed.
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 and implants, 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 for laboratory analysis.
Operate sterilizers, lights, suction, other operating-room equipment, and diagnostic equipment.
Assist with patient transfer to PACU when needed.
Clean and restock the operating room.
Perform technical functions under supervision to support safe operations.
Prep, drape, and position patients for surgery; prepare for cases according to the surgeon’s preference card and anticipate case needs.
Assist with orientation of new staff when needed.
Actively participate in developing a healthy work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.