Surgical Technician

Eye Health America; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Employee Discount

Wellness Program

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Uniform Allowance

Training/Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Eye Health America is seeking a Surgical Assistant in New York. This individual will assist the surgeon and nurse in providing high-quality care to patients undergoing surgical procedures.

The responsibilities include preparing the operating room, maintaining inventory, and ensuring adherence to sterile techniques. A minimum of one year of experience in the operating room is required along with a certification being a plus.

Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, a matching 401(k), employee discounts, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in the operating room.
• Certification in surgical assistance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing the operating room for procedures.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies.
• Set up sterile operating field according to AORN standards.
• Observe aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgical team.
• Ensure all items are removed from the operative field.

Skills

Operating room assistance

Aseptic technique

Instrument preparation

Inventory management

Job description

Job Responsibilities

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.

• 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 reports 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.
• 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.
• Certification is a plus.