Surgical Technician

Vision Innovation Partners; York (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Excellent comprehensive benefits

401(K)

Significant eye care discounts

Continuing education allowances

Career growth and development

PTO and holidays off

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to prepare and organize operating room equipment for diverse procedures. You will anticipate needs, assist with specimens and medications, and maintain sterile fields to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

The role requires CST certification, current BLS, and the ability to perform under pressure. You may travel to other VIP centers as needed, contributing to a high-quality patient experience.

Qualifications

• Certification as a surgical technologist is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification 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.

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 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

Skills

Patient care

Stress tolerance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Job description

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.

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.