Surgical Technologist

The Certified Surgical Technician (“CST”) is responsible for helping our O.R. to run smoothly. You will ensure we are prepared with the right instruments and tools at the right time. You will have a working knowledge of all operating room equipment including emergency equipment used in CPR. You will maintain a working knowledge of surgical instruments, and are responsible for their care, maintenance, and cleaning (sterilization included). You will recognize equipment malfunction and be able to do minor troubleshooting. You’ll become familiar with the surgical procedures and techniques of the Surgeons that you work with and will “gown and glove” them like a pro and assist with surgical procedures when needed.

OUR EXPECTATIONS OF YOU

Daily: set up and prepares the autoclaves for use, ensuring that the core sterilizer and tabletop units are functioning properly and achieving proper run specifications
Inspect O.R. suite daily to ensure that it meets ASC standards for cleanliness
Initial morning scrub shall be for 3 to 5 minutes; routine scrub is required between cases
Gowning and gloving shall be in accordance with acceptable sterile technique
Set up phaco and retina equipment and instruments while patient is being positioned and prepped
Maintains the instrument table, mayo stands, and instruments in proper order and condition during the case
Assist with stocking of supplies, cleaning of equipment, and room “turn over” in a timely fashion and notify appropriate parties of anything that needs to be addressed
Check IOL with Circulating Registered Nurse for proper style, model, and power
Assist the Circulating R.N. in “closing” the O.R. The O.R. should be left neat, clean, and ready for immediate use
You may be asked to assist with direct patient care, from time to time
Responsible for making and sterilizing packs, instrument trays, packaging and wrapping necessary instruments and items necessary for certain procedures, to ensure their sterility
Responsible for end-of-week cleaning and maintenance of all inventory expiration dates
Conduct lens inventory and report results to the Clinical Director or purchasing agent. Assures a complete consignment prior to the next day’s surgery

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Must have graduated from an accredited program for surgical techniques or supply evidence of equivalent practical experience
Must have knowledge of sterilization techniques and their appropriate uses
1+ year working in an operating room environment, preferably as a surgical technician preferred
Certification or training in ophthalmology surgical techniques preferred