What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Technician position at Ocean Regional Eye Surgery Center?
Position Summary:
The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) plays a critical role in supporting ophthalmic surgical procedures by maintaining sterile technique, preparing the operating room, and assisting the surgical team throughout the intraoperative phase. Working in a high-volume ambulatory surgery center (ASC), the CST ensures surgical efficiency, patient safety, and adherence to infection control standards.
This position requires collaboration with surgeons, Registered Nurses (RNs), anesthesia providers, and other clinical staff to promote optimal surgical outcomes. The CST is expected to demonstrate technical proficiency in ophthalmic instrumentation, sterile processing, and surgical procedures.
Job Duties & Essential Functions:
Preoperative
- Prepare operating rooms with appropriate surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies.
- Ensure proper functioning of surgical instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
- Assist with patient positioning and sterile field setup.
- Verify patient and surgical procedure information in coordination with the surgical team.
Intraoperative
- Assist surgeons by passing instruments and supplies during procedures.
- Maintain a sterile environment and anticipate surgeon needs during surgery.
- Monitor and manage the surgical field and instrumentation to prevent contamination.
- Handle specimens appropriately and according to protocol.
- Document intraoperative activities as required.
Postoperative
- Assist with instrument and equipment breakdown and proper reprocessing.
- Dispose of biohazard materials according to infection control protocols.
- Restock operating room supplies and prepare for the next case.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure smooth transitions between cases.
General Responsibilities
- Maintain competency in aseptic technique and ophthalmic surgical procedures.
- Adhere to infection prevention, patient safety, and equipment sterilization standards.
- Participate in ongoing performance improvement and quality assurance activities.
- Assist with inventory control and supply management for the operating room.
- Provide orientation and support to new surgical technologists and clinical team members.
- Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA regulations by safeguarding patient privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of all health information.
Join us in making a difference by supporting life-altering surgeries with professionalism, precision, and compassion! This role provides an engaging environment where your technical expertise directly impacts patient outcomes while working alongside dedicated healthcare professionals committed to excellence in surgical care.
Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Family leave
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $32