Peri Operative Assistant

Maine Eye Center; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Wellness Program

401(k) with 5% matching

HSA and FSA options

PTO

Paid Holiday

Other perks to support well-being andc

Job summary

Maine Eye Center in Portland, ME is seeking a Perioperative Assistant to support ophthalmic surgery in the ASC. The role involves maintaining sterile fields, preparing the operating room, and assisting with patient positioning and supply management.

Candidates should have strong customer service skills and healthcare exposure. The position typically runs four days per week, Monday through Thursday, with early morning hours and occasional schedule flexibility to meet patient care goals.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate MEC core values: Teamwork, Quality Patient Care, Respect, Responsibility, Integrity.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field awareness and prepare OR for planned procedures.
• Gather supplies/equipment per surgical schedule and assist with opening rooms.
• Assist with positioning patients and moving equipment as needed.
• Support instrument handling, decontamination, and inventory tasks.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure high-quality patient care and service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Sterile technique

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Portland, ME 04101

Join our fast growing and dynamic team, here at Maine Eye Center. Enter the healthcare field and make a difference! This position is located at Marginal Way in the heart of Portland. On-site parking and four day work weeks!

Our mission is to consistently provide high quality eye care and outcomes through excellent service, exceptional doctors, staff, and state of the art technology.

Maine Eye Center Core Values include: Teamwork, Quality Patient Care, Respect, Responsibility, and Integrity.

Responsibilities

The Perioperative Assistant will perform a variety of tasks to assist with patient care in the ASC. This position will have a general understanding of ophthalmic surgery, knowledge of medical/ophthalmic surgery terminology, and have experience in the healthcare field.

This position generally works four days per week Monday - Thursday 6:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Flexibility in schedule is needed from time to time in order to meet business goals and provide exceptional patient service.

Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

• Maintaining Sterile field awareness
• Gather necessary supplies / equipment for procedures according to surgical schedule
• Prepare Operating Room for planned procedures according to surgical schedule
• Open supplies following sterile technique
• Maintain documentation as required for instrument tracking and Quality Assurance
• Move equipment as necessary during surgical schedule
• Assist staff with preparing opening and closing Operating room per protocol
• Assist with positioning patients as needed
• Work in conjunction with Instrument processing to obtain sterile items as needed
• Return used instrumentation to decontamination area following proper protocol
• Assist with inventory process both ordering and stocking supplies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) with 5% matching
• HSA and FSA options
• PTO
• Paid Holiday
• Other perks to support your well‑being and career growth.

Background Check

Employment with Maine Eye Center contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal record, and other factors, as required by law and company policy. Background checks are conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates from employment; each case will be reviewed individually in accordance with job‑related criteria and legal requirements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate and exemplify all MEC core values: Teamwork, Quality Patient Care, Respect, Responsibility, and Integrity.
• Ability to maintain establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, providers, patients, and the public.
• Ability to communicate and speak clearly and concisely.
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to exercise judgement, initiative, and possess problem‑solving skills.
• Professional communication with internal and external contact and patients.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in a fast pace, multi‑tasking environment is essential.

Experience Requirements

• Sterile field awareness, experience in the healthcare field, intermediate level computer skills.

Educational Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Required Licenses / Certifications

BLS certification is required.