Ophthalmic Scrub Tech — 4-Day Week, No Nights

Maine-Eye; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Eye Center in Portland, ME is seeking a Surgical Technologist/Scrub Technician for our Ambulatory Surgery Center. The role supports the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and RN in the OR with a focus on ocular surgery and aseptic technique.

We offer a 4-day workweek, typically Monday–Thursday, 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth within a top US eye care team.

Qualifications

• Preparation of the Operating Room; opening sterile supplies, instruments, packs, assuring sterile technique is maintained
• During the surgical procedure, the scrub will anticipate the needs of the surgeon and assist as directed
• Maintain preference card accuracy; participate in in-services and follow MEC protocols

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team with patient care and positioning
• Decontaminate, process and sterilize surgical instrumentation
• Maintain surgical equipment
• Report and troubleshoot defective equipment and supplies
• Attend in-services and communicate effectively with the surgical team

Skills

Surgical scrub

Ophthalmic surgery

Aseptic technique

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Maine Eye Center in Portland, ME is seeking a Surgical Technologist/Scrub Technician for our Ambulatory Surgery Center. The role supports the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and RN in the OR with a focus on ocular surgery and aseptic technique.

We offer a 4-day workweek, typically Monday–Thursday, 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth within a top US eye care team.