Surgical Technician

United Surgical Partners International•Orlando, FL

44d•Onsite

About The Position

Orlando Ophthalmology Surgery Center is hiring a Per Diem Surgical Technologist Welcome to Orlando Ophthalmology Surgery Center At Orlando Ophthalmology Surgery Center, we believe health and care are inseparable. Our mission is to care for every patient and their family as if they were our own. Each patient, each family, each and every time. Our technology allows surgeons to perform procedures in the specialty areas of: Cataract Surgery, Bladeless Cataract Surgery, LenSx Laser, ORA, Corneal Surgery, Glaucoma Treatment, and Oculoplastic Surgery. Surgical Technologist at Orlando Ophthalmology Surgery Center The Surgical Technologist scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures. Prepares supplies, instruments, and equipment related to these procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives, and goals of the Surgery Center. Supports and participates in quality improvement activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED; completion of a Surgical Technician Program and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Certification as required by state and/or center
Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
Must excel in teamwork and possess strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with staff, engage with patients, and coordinate with physicians
To perform this job successfully, an individual shall be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience High School Diploma/GED; completion of a Scrub Technician Program.
Two years experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that shall be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, and hear.
The employee shall regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 100 pounds.
Responsible for knowing the processes involved assuring the standards established by HIPAA, and ensuring they are followed including the practices and records relating to the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, and the risk of radiation.
The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and the risk of electrical shock.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center is strongly preferred
Certification preferable.

Responsibilities

Scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team.
Maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures.
Prepares supplies, instruments, and equipment related to these procedures.
Supports the philosophy, objectives, and goals of the Surgery Center.
Supports and participates in quality improvement activities.