Surgical Technician: OR Instrument & Sterilization Pro

Acuity Eye Group; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Eye Group in Santa Ana, CA seeks a Surgical Technician to support the circulating nurse, scrub for ocular cases, and maintain sterile technique in the OR. The role includes instrument handling, stock management, and adherence to safety and decontamination protocols.

Responsibilities include preparing for procedures, assisting with turnover, and ensuring accurate labeling and documentation for specimens and instruments. High standards of patient privacy and care are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technician program or equivalent training.
• High School diploma required; current BLS certification.
• California Surgical Technician certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing for surgical cases and ensure supplies are ready.
• Maintain sterile technique and assist in turnover of the OR.
• Decontaminate, clean, inspect and sterilize reusable instruments.
• Monitor inventory and stock OR rooms.
• Assist with specimen care and labeling; document procedures.
• Support surgeons and ensure patient safety per policies.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Sterilization procedures

Aseptic technique

English literacy

Safety awareness

Education

Surgical Technician program graduate

High School Diploma

Tools

Sterilization equipment

OR instruments handling

Job description

Acuity Eye Group in Santa Ana, CA seeks a Surgical Technician to support the circulating nurse, scrub for ocular cases, and maintain sterile technique in the OR. The role includes instrument handling, stock management, and adherence to safety and decontamination protocols.

Responsibilities include preparing for procedures, assisting with turnover, and ensuring accurate labeling and documentation for specimens and instruments. High standards of patient privacy and care are expected.