Surgical Technician: Eye Care OR Support & Advancement

Eye Health America LLC; Chestnut Hills (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Matching 401(k)

Employee Discount

Wellness Program

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Uniform Allowance

Training/Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Eye Health America is seeking a Surgical Technologist for Clemson Eye to support the surgeon and nurse during procedures, ensuring proper setup and adherence to aseptic technique.

The role involves preparing the operating room, maintaining inventory, and handling instruments and supplies per AORN standards, with overtime possible.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for training and advancement within our growing Southeastern network.

Qualifications

• Surgical Technologist certification preferred, but not required.
• At least one year of surgical experience or completion of a formal surgical technician program required.

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.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Sterile technique

Education

Surgical Technician Program

Job description

Eye Health America is seeking a Surgical Technologist for Clemson Eye to support the surgeon and nurse during procedures, ensuring proper setup and adherence to aseptic technique.

The role involves preparing the operating room, maintaining inventory, and handling instruments and supplies per AORN standards, with overtime possible.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for training and advancement within our growing Southeastern network.