Surgical Tech

Summary/Objective

We are seeking a Surgical Technician to work alongside surgeons in our busy practice. Our office is extremely professional and fast-paced. Qualified applicants must have acute tactile abilities with steady hands, good dexterity and excellent eyesight.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Always maintain sterile technique during surgery, as well as ensuring that all equipment needed adhere to sterile practice.
• Make sure that the required items needed for all surgical procedures are in the office.
• Wash and pack instruments, make sure that they are ready for sterilization.
• Strong communication skills with peers.
• Assist the surgeon in passing the instruments during the procedures, using proper techniques.
• Keep an accurate count on sharps such as blades, sutures, needles. As well as an accurate count of the local anesthesia injected during the procedure.
• Assist the surgeon in a first assistant role as needed.
• On occasion, circulate during procedures.
• Stock the Operating Room with items needed for surgery.
• Assist anesthesiologist with restocking as well as when patient is being prepared in the operating room.
• Help turn over the operating room and prepare for the next day or for the next case as needed.
• On occasion, when needed, assist in other procedures such as hair transplant cases, training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Positive, outgoing and friendly attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)
• Must be able to read and write in English
• Team-focused attitude
• Professional demeanor
• Flexibility in terms of scheduling and available time
• Dependable & punctual

Benefits

• 401(k) plus company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays

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