Surgical Technician - OR Aseptic & Eye Surgery

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgical Technician at Northwest Health Care Center in San Antonio supports the surgical team during procedures, assisting the surgeon and other team members under general supervision. The role involves planning and implementing complex procedures with focus on sterile fields and infection control.

Qualified applicants will have experience in maintaining aseptic technique, handling instruments and supplies, and ensuring proper cleaning and rotation of sterile items.

Qualifications

• Assists with preparation and protection of sterile fields during surgery.
• Monitors and maintains aseptic techniques throughout procedures.
• Handles medical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery.
• Adheres to infection control policies and proper hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon and surgical team during procedures.
• Prepare and protect sterile fields as directed by the team.
• Maintain aseptic technique and manage instruments and equipment.

Skills

Sterile Field Prep

Aseptic Technique

Infection Control

Surgical Instrument Handling

Job description

The Surgical Technician at Northwest Health Care Center in San Antonio supports the surgical team during procedures, assisting the surgeon and other team members under general supervision. The role involves planning and implementing complex procedures with focus on sterile fields and infection control.

Qualified applicants will have experience in maintaining aseptic technique, handling instruments and supplies, and ensuring proper cleaning and rotation of sterile items.