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Surgical Aide

EyeCare Partners
EyeCare Partners Salary
Swansea, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/6/2026
EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.

Job Title: Surgical Aide

Company: Eye Surgery Center Swansea

Location: Swansea, IL

Perks

  • Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  • 401k Employer Matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Eyecare certification reimbursement
  • Competitive Base Pay
  • Employee discounts

Pay: Pay starts at $17-18/hr, depending on experience

Hours

  • Full time
  • Our office is open Monday-Friday from 7am-5pm.
    • You may have to work a little earlier and/or later as needed.
Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred

Summary

The Surgical Aide provides assistance to the Operating Room (OR) staff rendering patient care. They also provide assistance to those preparing a patient for surgery. Participates in direct patient care and maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Provide the highest level of eye care, adhering to best practices in infection control and prevention as set forth in ASC policies and procedures to achieve quality outcomes that enhance the lives of our patients
  • Assist the Registered Nurse (RN) with preparing the patient for surgery
  • Assist the RN with post-surgical care
  • Restock all drawers, amenities, etc. Make ice packs as needed daily
  • Maintain inventory for Pre-Op and PACU, medical supplies, linens and consumables
  • Stock locker rooms, maintain par levels for scrubs, shoe covers and hat covers
  • Stock and maintain par levels for all Pre-Op and PACU bay carts
  • Maintain Sharps containers
  • Assist in clerical duties (i.e. telephones, errands, photocopies, filing)
  • Clean and disinfect stretchers, including monthly terminal cleaning of all stretchers
  • Perform daily and monthly housekeeping duties
  • Perform monthly inspection of Pre-Op and PACU equipment
  • Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service
  • Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Logical and critical thinking skills
  • Customer-focused with excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills
  • Enjoys learning new technologies and systems
  • Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
  • Exhibits a positive attitude and is flexible in accepting work assignments and priorities
  • Meets attendance and tardiness expectations
  • Professional in appearance and actions
  • Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function
  • Ability to follow or provide verbal and written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations
  • Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and team mate support need
  • Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability for basic to intermediate problem solving, including mathematics
  • Travel to other site locations may be necessary. Thus, those needing to travel for work must have access to dependable transportation, and driving record must meet company liability carrier standards
  • Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function
  • Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines

Education And/Or Experience

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
  • Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license is preferred

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

  • Working knowledge of NextGen and Modmed is strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Physical Requirements

  • This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items over 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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