Ophthalmic Surgical Technologist - Mon-Fri, No Call

Icon Eyecare; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekday shifts (Mon–Fri)

Paid holidays

No on-call shifts

Job summary

ICON Eyecare in Denver seeks a skilled Surgical Technologist to join our ambulatory surgery center, supporting ophthalmic procedures and ensuring a sterile, well-equipped operating room. You will assist surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff and help maintain instrument readiness and room turnover.

The role requires strong attention to detail and teamwork. CST and/or BLS are preferred; new grads are welcome, with English proficiency and good communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
• CST certification preferred.
• BLS certification.
• 1 year experience as a surgical technologist preferred. New grads welcome.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Create and provide a positive, accountable, and inspired work environment.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for ophthalmic procedures, ensuring instruments, supplies, medications, and equipment are available and sterile.
• Establish and maintain a sterile field using aseptic technique.
• Assist surgeons, RNs, and anesthesia providers by passing instruments and supplies.
• Prepare ophthalmic surgical equipment, including microscopes and phacoemulsification systems.
• Perform counts of sponges, needles, and instruments per policy.
• Assist with patient positioning, site preparation, and draping for comfort and safety.
• Handle intraocular lenses, medications, specimens, and specialty supplies per protocol.
• Clean, inspect, assemble, and prepare instruments for sterilization and care of microsurgical equipment.
• Support efficient OR turnover and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Document surgical information as required by policy.
• Adhere to infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and ASC standards.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver quality patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement and competency training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CST certification

BLS certification

Job description

ICON Eyecare in Denver seeks a skilled Surgical Technologist to join our ambulatory surgery center, supporting ophthalmic procedures and ensuring a sterile, well-equipped operating room. You will assist surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff and help maintain instrument readiness and room turnover.

The role requires strong attention to detail and teamwork. CST and/or BLS are preferred; new grads are welcome, with English proficiency and good communication in a fast-paced environment.