Surgical Technician
Job Type
Full-time
Description


General Summary 


Under the supervision of the registered nurse, assist in care and service to the patient in the operating room. Assist in preparing and maintaining sterile and un-sterile supplies and equipment. 


Essential Functions 


Assist in the planning and preparation for intra operative nursing care of patient 


Assist in providing optimum assurance of safe environment 


Assist in maintaining a high degree of efficiency of instruments, supplies and equipment by proper cleaning, care, utilization and sterilization as directed 


Maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, co-workers, physicians and all other personnel 


Maintain professional growth 


Perform duties of the scrub nurse as assigned 


May be delegated responsibility or given special assignments by the nurse manager or registered nurse 


Perform other related duties as directed for the efficient operation of the Surgery Center 


Requirements

 

Job Specifications 


Typically has the following skills or abilities:
 

Minimum of one year experience in an operating room with experience in a variety of surgical procedures 


Current BCL certification 


Interpersonal skills 


Able to withstand long and strenuous periods of work which include extensive walking, standing, and varied body motions 


Able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance

Preferred Skills 


Certification by the American Association of Surgical Technologists 


Graduate of a recognized surgical technologist program 

  

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.


The compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding iCare benefits, please click here


Salary Description
$21-$23 /hr