Surgical Technician

Icarespecialists; Shiloh (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Excellent comprehensive benefits

401(K)

Eye care discounts

Continuing education allowances

Career growth and development

PTO and holidays off

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners seeks a Surgical Technician to support operating room functions and patient care. You will organize OR equipment, anticipate needs, and assist with specimens, medications, and dressings.

A sterile environment must be maintained throughout procedures, with careful patient handling and safe transport of equipment. The role requires a surgical technologist certification, a high school diploma, and current BLS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as a surgical technologist required.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Ability to interact with many patients, families and staff in stressful environments.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of operating room equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure.
• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings.
• Set up a sterile environment and maintain the sterile field during procedures.
• Move patients and equipment safely using proper body mechanics.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Participate in orientation and education of OR staff.
• Stock and restock medical supplies.
• Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments.
• Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments and supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification as surgical technologist

Tools

Surgical instruments handling

Operating room equipment maintenance

Job description

Overview

At Vision Innovation Partners, we exist to protect and restore vision. Because Vision is our Mission, everyone at VIP focuses on providing great patient outcomes and experiences. A career at VIP provides opportunities for growth and development, and a culture centered on our Shared Values – PATIENTS.

The Surgical Technician 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. Supports surgical operations under the supervision of Surgeons, Registered Nurses, and Surgical Assistants in delivering the highest standard of patient care available.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

• Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure.
• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings.
• Set up a sterile and sanitary environment and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures.
• Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables to prevent injury to patients.
• Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis.
• Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies.
• Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments.
• Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Patient First mindset in providing the highest level of care.
• Willing to travel to other VIP surgery centers if needed.

Qualifications

What You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certification as a surgical technologist required.
• Current Basic Life Support certificate is required.
• Ability to interact comfortably with a high volume of patients, families, and staff in a stressful environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies located in the operating room.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Excellent comprehensive benefits
• 401(K)
• Significant eye care discounts
• Continuing education allowances
• Career growth and development
• PTO and holidays off

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.