Surgical Technologist

VitalHires; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

PTO/Holidays

EEO Statement

Job summary

Empire Eye Physicians in Spokane Valley is seeking a Surgical Technologist for our ASC location. The role supports surgeons by sterilizing instruments, maintaining a sterile field, and anticipating needs to ensure high-quality patient care.

Ideal candidates have teamwork, multitasking, and strong communication skills, plus ophthalmic terminology knowledge. On-the-job training is provided in a collaborative ophthalmic environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; ophthalmic experience preferred.
• One year of experience as an ophthalmic assistant is desirable.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge and sterile technique understood.

Responsibilities

• Process and sterilize instruments to the highest standards.
• Assist and handle instruments, supplies and equipment during procedures.
• Understand procedures and anticipate surgeon needs.
• Maintain sterile technique and vigilant sterile field during operations.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure patient care quality.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication skills

Sterile technique

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ophthalmic terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

G-Suite

Job description

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for processing and sterilizing surgical instruments while maintaining a sterile field during procedures. They must also assist surgeons by anticipating their needs and ensuring high-quality patient care through effective teamwork.

Description Empire Eye Physicians is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, and we are searching for a full-time Surgical Technologist for our Spokane Valley ASC location.

Our Company is nationally recognized, with vast clinical experience in a wide variety of eye surgical services, advanced technology, and proven results.

Our Company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and believes that success requires an environment where colleagues are respected and valued.

An ideal candidate will be patient-focused with a love for the senior community.

We will assist you with on-the-job training to help you reach your goals as a Surgical Technologist.

Empire Eye Physicians foster growth as you will be exposed to a wide variety of optical cases, on-the-job training, and partnering with our diversely experienced staff, surgeons, and physicians.

Enjoy an exceptional and rewarding work environment as well as a phenomenal work-to-home life balance.

If this sounds like the opportunity you were looking for, then Northwest Eyes can help you reach your career goals!

Responsibilities

• Process and sterilize instruments to the highest standards.
• Assist and handle the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.
• Gain an understanding of the procedures being performed and anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
• Ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and function cooperatively with physicians and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristics.
• Maintain the highest standard of sterile technique and vigilance of the sterile field during the surgical procedure.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Windows or G-Suite
• Effectively work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated multitasking
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of sterile technique as it is applied to the operating room
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate excellence in communication skills and ability to convey ideas and information, verbally and in writing
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year experience as an ophthalmic assistant
• Current CPR/AED is mandatory (ACLS is preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive Salary $24- $28 Hourly
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Robust Ancillary Benefits
• 401(k) Plan with employer contribution
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Generous PTO/Holiday
• EEO Statement

Employment type Full Time

Work arrangement On Site

Experience 0-2 yrs

Salary $24 - $28/hr

Location Spokane Valley, Washington

Posted Aug 25, 2026