Surgical Technician
Company: Eye Care Partners
Location: Overland Park
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
EyeCare Partners is the nations 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. Title: Surgical
Technician Company: Deer Creek Surgery Center Location: Overland
Park, KS *Ophthalmology experience highly preferred* Benefits: Full
Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401k
+ Employer Matching Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Paid Maternity
Leave Optical Education Reimbursement Competitive Base Pay Hours:
Full Time Our clinic is open Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm. You may
need to work a little earlier/later as needed. Requirements: High
School Diploma or GED Equivalent Favorable result on Background
Check Basic computer skills Strong customer service skills
Excitement to learn and grow Applicants with the following
backgrounds/experience and interest in working in an operating room
environment are encouraged to apply as training will be provided:
science majors, veterinarian or dental technicians,
ophthalmic/optometry technicians, in-office sterile procedures
FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Surgical Technician DEPARTMENT:
OR FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt POSITION SUMMARY Ability to assist in
surgical operations under the supervision of Surgeons, Registered
Nurses and Surgical Assistants. Assists in the organization and
daily function of the operating room in accordance with established
Federal, State and accreditation standards and company policies and
procedures. Assists the Nurses and Surgeons in delivering the
highest standard of patient care available. PERFORMANCE
EXPECTATIONS To perform the job successfully, an individual should
demonstrate the following competencies: Critical Thinking Ability
prioritize, plan, and implement patient care within the scope of
their practice. Ability to handle stress associated with
prioritizing multiple tasks. Above average organization skills.
Interpersonal / Teamwork Demonstrates a positive, friendly and
courteous manner. Maintains a professional attitude. Maintains
effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and
other staff. Able to effectively work within a team. Balances team
and individual responsibilities. Recognizes each departments
significance and works appropriately with other departments. Above
average communication skills: oral and written. Complies with HIPAA
regulations. Job Knowledge/ Responsibilities Performs their duties
in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their
certification. Ability to scrub all types of cases performed at the
company. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and has
equipment, medical gases and supplies readily available for all
procedures. Has the ability to adhere to work schedule, be
organized, manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.
Participates in continuing education/in-service training as needed,
staff meetings, and Q.A.P.I. program. Actively participates in the
development of a healthy work environment. Assists in orientation
of new staff when needed. Knowledge of central and sterile supply
department. Opens all sterile packs according to sterile technique
and prepares instruments as needed. Helps prepare operating room by
setting up surgical instruments; ensuring equipment works properly,
labels sterile solutions. Helps gather supplies and equipment in
the room. Maintains record on field of medication used
intra-operatively, specimens retrieved, tissue implanted, implants,
liquids or chemicals on field. Passes instruments and other sterile
supplies to surgical assistants. May hold retractors, cut suture,
help count sponges, needles or blades if applicable. Prepares,
cares for and dispose specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
Ability to operate sterilizer, lights, suction, and other operating
room equipment/ diagnostic equipment. Assists in patient transfer
to PACU, if needed. Helps clean and restock operating room. Assists
with any technical function under supervision of system to carry
out a safe operation. Ability to prep, drape and position the
patient for surgery. Prepares for case according to surgeons
preference card. Gathers supplies needed and anticipates needs for
case. Needs manual dexterity to handle instruments. Must be
emotionally conscientious, orderly, and emotionally stable to
handle the OR environment. Attendance Arrives to work area on time
and has minimal absences. EDUCATION/ REQUIREMENTS High School
diploma or GED Two (2) years of hospital main operating room
experience preferred Certification as a Surgical Technician
preferred Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) preferred Must be able
to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the
United States LANGUAGE SKILLS/COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job
successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Amkai Charts
Database software and Microsoft Word Printer, copier, telephone,
and fax PHYSICAL DEMANDS The employee must be able to: Walk, stand
and sit for prolonged periods of time Occasionally be able to lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds Occasionally be able to push up to an
excess of 200 pounds Occasionally be able to pull/ lift patients
with the assistance of other personnel and or assistive devices, up
to an excess of 400-500 pounds Occasionally be able to bend, stoop,
kneel and climb ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS Regular exposure to
blood and body substances Exposure to needle sticks possible
WORKING CONDITIONS Works in well-lit and ventilated surroundings
including operating rooms, nurse's stations, procedure rooms,
lounge, etc. May occasionally be exposed to outside environment If
you need assistance with this application, please contact [phone
removed]. 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. Employment Type: Full
Time
Keywords: Eye Care Partners, Overland Park , Surgical Technician, Professions , Overland Park, Kansas
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