Surgical Technician

EyeCare Partners; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package: Medical, Vision

401k + Employer Matching

PTO & Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Job summary

St. Charles Surgery Center, part of EyeCare Partners, seeks a Surgical Technician to join the operating room team in Saint Charles, MO. You will assist surgeons and nurses, prepare the OR, and ensure instruments and supplies are ready for procedures.

This role emphasizes safety, sterile technique, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and experience in OR settings.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize, plan, and implement patient care within the scope of their practice.
• Ability to handle stress associated with prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Needs manual dexterity to handle instruments.
• Must be emotionally conscientious, orderly, and emotionally stable to handle the OR environment.
• Has the ability to adhere to work schedule, be organized, manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.
• Able to effectively work within a team.
• Above average communication skills: verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their certification.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to scrub all types of cases performed at the company.
• Anticipates the needs of the Surgeon and has equipment, medical gases and supplies readily available for all procedures.
• Participates in continuing education/in-service training, staff meetings, and QAPI program.
• Opens all sterile packs and prepares instruments as needed.
• Preps, drapes and positions the patient for surgery.
• Maintains record on field of medication used intra-operatively, specimens retrieved, tissue implanted, implants, liquids or chemicals on field.
• Gathers supplies and equipment in the room.
• Assists with orientation of new staff when needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Manual dexterity

Prioritization

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Amkai Charts

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visitwww.eyecare-partners.com.

Job Title: Surgical Technician
Company: St. Charles Surgery Center
Location: Saint Charles, MO

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Discounts

Hours:

• Full Time
• Our office is open Monday-Friday from 6am-4pm
  • Your shifts will fall within these hours
  • You may have to work a little earlier and/or later as needed

SUMMARY

Assists in surgical operations under the supervision of Surgeons, Registered Nurses and Surgical Assistants. Assists in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards and company policies and procedures. Assists the Nurses and Surgeons in delivering the highest standard of patient care available.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs their duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their certification.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to scrub all types of cases performed at the company.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the Surgeon and has equipment, medical gases and supplies readily available for all procedures.
• Participates in continuing education/in-service training as needed, staff meetings, and Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• Knowledge of central and sterile supply department.
• Opens all sterile packs according to sterile technique and prepares instruments as needed.
• Helps prepare Operating Room by setting up surgical instruments, ensuring equipment works properly, labeling sterile solutions.
• Helps gather supplies and equipment in the room.
• Maintains record on field of medication used intra-operatively, specimens retrieved, tissue implanted, implants, liquids or chemicals on field.
• Passes instruments and other sterile supplies to surgical assistants.
• May hold retractors, cut suture, help count sponges, needles or blades if applicable.
• Prepares, cares for and disposes of specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
• Operates sterilizer, lights, suction, and other Operating Room equipment and diagnostic equipment.
• Assists in patient transfer to PACU, if needed.
• Helps clean and restock operating room.
• Assists with any technical function under supervision of system to carry out a safe operation.
• Preps, drapes and positions the patient for surgery.
• Prepares for case according to Surgeon’s preference card.
• Gathers supplies needed and anticipates needs for case.
• Assists in orientation of new staff when needed.
• Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to prioritize, plan, and implement patient care within the scope of their practice.
• Ability to handle stress associated with prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Needs manual dexterity to handle instruments.
• Must be emotionally conscientious, orderly, and emotionally stable to handle the OR environment.
• Has the ability to adhere to work schedule, be organized, manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.
• Able to effectively work within a team.
• Above average communication skills: verbal and written.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Two (2) years of hospital main operating room experience preferred

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Amkai Charts Database software and Microsoft Word
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25-50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.