Surgical Instrument Technician — Precision Prep & Sterilization

Surgery Partners, Inc; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Key-Whitman Eye Center in Grapevine, TX seeks an Instrument Technician to assist surgeons with instrumentation and instrument sterilization. You will monitor PAR levels, prepare ORs, and participate in aseptic processing for each procedure.

Position requires High School diploma, BLS certification, and strong communication. Expect collaboration with nursing staff and potential cross-training in other ASC duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School or equivalent.
• Current BLS Certification and must maintain certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in EMR and computer literacy.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
• Create and provide a positive, accountable and inspired work environment.
• Well organized and attentive to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with instrumentation of surgical interventions.
• Monitor PAR levels of surgical instruments and supplies.
• Clean and sterilize all surgical instruments.
• Prepare room with anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment for each procedure.
• Accurately complete OR counts and report discrepancies.
• Maintain sterilization logs and documentation.
• Check equipment/instruments prior to procedures.
• Protect patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Cross train to multiple areas in ASC (Surgical Tech, etc.).
• Assist DON with Life Safety Logs as needed.
• Review daily surgical schedule and pull intraocular lenses for cases.
• Follow steam sterilization procedures and monitor chemical/biological indicators.
• Collaborate with nursing team to maintain equipment and supplies.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Key-Whitman Eye Center in Grapevine, TX seeks an Instrument Technician to assist surgeons with instrumentation and instrument sterilization. You will monitor PAR levels, prepare ORs, and participate in aseptic processing for each procedure.

Position requires High School diploma, BLS certification, and strong communication. Expect collaboration with nursing staff and potential cross-training in other ASC duties.