Surgical Technician, Ophthalmology (Full Time) - Day Shift, No Weekends!

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Des Peres, MO

8d•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, and helps Nurses and Surgeons deliver a high standard of patient care. The position is based at St. Louis Eye Surgery & Laser Center in Des Peres, Missouri. This is a full-time day-shift position. The office is open Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The shift typically starts at 5:30 a.m. and ends in the early or mid-afternoon depending on the surgery schedule. Employees may need to start earlier or finish later as needed. The posting states there are no late nights, weekends, or major holidays. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Surgical Technician experience and eye surgery experience are preferred, but the employer is willing to train. Certified Surgical Technician (CST) certification or another Surgical Technician certification is preferred. A favorable background check and proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Favorable result on a background check.
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; strong fine motor skills and full use of hands.
Ability to adhere to a work schedule, stay organized, and manage time effectively and cost-effectively.
Above-average organizational skills.
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.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds and required visual and auditory acuity.

Nice To Haves

Surgical Technician experience; the employer is willing to train.
Eye surgery experience.
Certified Surgical Technician (CST) certification or another Surgical Technician certification.

Responsibilities

Perform duties ethically and legally within the scope of certification and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Scrub cases performed by the company and anticipate surgeons’ needs by having equipment, medical gases, and supplies ready for procedures.
Participate in continuing education and in-service training, staff meetings, and the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
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 placed, and liquids or chemicals on the field.
Pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgical assistants; hold retractors, cut sutures, 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 transferring patients to PACU when needed.
Clean and restock the operating room.
Perform technical functions under supervision to support safe operations.
Prepare, drape, and position patients for surgery.
Prepare for cases according to the surgeon’s preference card, gather needed supplies, and anticipate case needs.
Assist with orientation of new staff when needed.
Participate actively in developing a healthy work environment and perform other duties as assigned.