Ophthalmic Operating Room Technician

Carrot Eye Center LLC; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company paid life

Short & long term disability

Paid sick time

8 paid holidays

15 days of paid vacation annually

401k plan

Job summary

Carrot Lasik & Eye Center is seeking an Ophthalmic Operating Room Technician to join our surgical team in Mesa, AZ. The role supports the ophthalmic surgeons, nurses, and staff by preparing and maintaining a sterile operating room and assisting with ophthalmic procedures.

The ideal candidate has OR experience or a background in surgical settings, strong attention to detail, teamwork, and a willingness to learn ophthalmic instrumentation. Training will be provided to a qualified candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating room or surgical support preferred.
• Willingness to learn ophthalmic procedures and instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced surgical environment.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room for ophthalmic surgical procedures according to established protocols.
• Prepare and organize surgical charts, instruments, equipment, medications, supplies, charts, and implants prior to each case.
• Maintain sterile technique throughout surgical procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and provide instruments and supplies efficiently and accurately.
• Assist with the setup and operation of ophthalmic surgical equipment.
• Verify IOLs, implants, medications, and other surgical supplies according to established protocols.
• Perform surgical counts and assist with required documentation.
• Assist with operating room turnover between cases.
• Clean, disinfect, and prepare instruments and equipment in accordance with facility policies and manufacturer instructions for use.
• Assist with instrument processing and sterilization as required.
• Maintain an organized operating room and appropriate supply inventory.
• Follow all facility policies, infection-control standards, safety procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality assurance and infection-prevention activities.
• Maintain professionalism and provide respectful, compassionate care to patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ophthalmic surgical experience

Sterile technique

Instrument handling

Surgical safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Ophthalmic instruments

Ophthalmic equipment familiarity

Job description

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an Ophthalmic Operating Room Technician to join our surgical team. This position is responsible for supporting the surgical team in the preparation and performance of ophthalmic procedures while maintaining a safe, efficient, and sterile operating room environment.

The Ophthalmic OR Technician works closely with ophthalmic surgeons, nurses, and other members of the surgical team to ensure that surgical cases are prepared appropriately and proceed smoothly and efficiently.

Requirements

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room for ophthalmic surgical procedures according to established protocols.
• Prepare and organize surgical charts, instruments, equipment, medications, supplies, charts, and implants prior to each case.
• Maintain sterile technique throughout surgical procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and provide instruments and supplies efficiently and accurately.
• Assist with the setup and operation of ophthalmic surgical equipment.
• Verify IOLs, implants, medications, and other surgical supplies according to established protocols.
• Perform surgical counts and assist with required documentation.
• Assist with operating room turnover between cases.
• Clean, disinfect, and prepare instruments and equipment in accordance with facility policies and manufacturer instructions for use.
• Assist with instrument processing and sterilization as required.
• Maintain an organized operating room and appropriate supply inventory.
• Follow all facility policies, infection-control standards, safety procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality assurance and infection-prevention activities.
• Maintain professionalism and provide respectful, compassionate care to patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous operating room, surgical technician, or related healthcare experience preferred.
• Previous ophthalmic surgical experience preferred.
• Experience with cataract surgery and ophthalmic procedures is a plus.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and surgical safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to safely handle delicate ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
• Willingness and ability to learn ophthalmic-specific procedures, instrumentation, and equipment.

Skills and Attributes

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively as part of a close-knit surgical team. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to patient safety, surgical efficiency, infection prevention, and maintaining high standards of care.

Ophthalmic experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided to a qualified candidate who demonstrates the appropriate skills, professionalism, dependability, and willingness to learn.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• company paid life
• short & long term disability
• paid sick time
• 8 paid holidays
• 15 days of paid vacation annually
• 401k plan

Check us out online at www.carroteyecenter.com.

EOE disability/vet.

ABOUT CARROT LASIK & EYE CENTER:

At Carrot, we’re unlike any other eye care provider, and that’s the way we like it. We’re proud to be more efficient than anyone else in the business, because your time is every bit as valuable as ours. We’re committed to cutting wait times out of the industry.

We pride ourselves in utilizing the top-of-the-line in diagnostic equipment and surgical technology, because when it comes to your eye health, there’s no room for error.

We provide a completely focused approach based on each patient’s individual needs, because everyone deserves more than a “one size fits all” solution. Patients need experienced doctors who get to know them on a personal level and treat them based on THEIR unique factors.

At Carrot, we do things a little differently, and the result is superior patient care from start to finish.