Surgical Technician - PRN

Eye Health America; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Vacation

Uniform Allowance

Training Opportunities

Job summary

Eye Health America in Saint Petersburg, Florida, is seeking a surgical assistant to support the surgeon and nurse during surgical procedures. Responsibilities include preparing operating rooms, maintaining supply inventories, and ensuring sterile conditions are met throughout surgeries.

This role requires at least one year of related work experience in an operating room, with certification considered a plus. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• One or more years of related work experience in the operating room is required.
• Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing the operating room.
• Maintains inventory of supplies.
• Sets up sterile operating field.
• Observes aseptic technique throughout procedure.
• Passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon.

Skills

Operating room experience

Aseptic technique

Instrument passing

Job description

This individual is responsible for assisting the surgeon and nurse in rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the center in accordance with established procedures. Overtime may be required.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing the operating room for the planned procedure.
• Assists with maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies.
• Sets up sterile operating field with instruments and supplies necessary for that procedure; arranges instruments, sutures, drapes, and supplies per AORN standards.
• Observes strict aseptic technique throughout the entire procedure and report break-in technique to the circulating nurse and the surgeon.
• Passes instruments, supplies, and sutures to the surgeon and assistants as needed and in such a manner so that their attention is not diverted from the operative field.
• Sees that all instruments, needles, sponges, and other supplies are removed from the operative field.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, etc.
• Matching 401(k)
• Employee Discount
• Wellness Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Uniform Allowance
• Training/Advancement opportunities

Requirements

• One or more years of related work experience in the operating room is required.
• Certification is a plus!