Surgical Technician – Fort Myers – Quigley Eye Specialists – Fort Myers, FL

With multiple locations across Florida, Quigley Eye Specialists is a premier surgical and eye care clinic. Our mission is to continue to be technology leaders in eye care and one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty ophthalmology practices, Quigley Eye Specialists creates patients for life by providing the highest level of quality eye care and service to the community. We accomplish this through our caring staff, our skilled medical team, and by using the most advanced technology to ensure every patient’s best possible vision.

Therefore, to deliver on our mission, Quigley Eye Specialist expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company’s mission.

· Teamwork

· Highest level of Individual Productivity

· Technical Excellence

· Treating patients as valued guests

Primary Responsibilities
Operating Room:

Reviews the type of procedure to be performed, the techniques of the operating physician, and prepares the room accordingly
Reviews with the circulating nurse the equipment, instruments, and supplies needed for a specific procedure
Disinfects all flat surfaces in the operating room prior to setting up for surgical procedure
Maintains proper aseptic technique during setup; dons gown and gloves accordingly
Check sterile indicators in instruments, packs and supplies and prepares back table and mayo stand
If receiving medication onto the sterile field, checks label for proper medications and expiration date with circulating nurse
Gowns and gloves surgeon according to protocol upon entry into the operating room
Assists the surgeon during procedures
Ensures sterility of surgical field and operating room supplies throughout procedure
Reports suspected or known breaks in sterile technique immediately to the surgeon and/or circulating nurse
Keeps instruments free of blood and tissue by cleaning or soaking in sterile water basin after each use
Confirms with surgeon prior to disposal of any tissue. Pass specimens from sterile field to the circulating nurse as indicated.
Removes all instruments from surgical care to soiled utility for disinfection and re-sterilization.

Disinfection/Sterilization:

Demonstrates ability to clean and organize instruments and equipment for wrapping
Demonstrates ability to package supplies for sterilization
Demonstrates correct use of washing and sterilizing equipment
Selects proper mode of sterilization for instruments and equipment
Demonstrates knowledge of steam sterilization
Operation of Autoclaves:
manual operation of sterilizer
proper cycles according to specific contents
replenish steam indicator strips as necessary
cleaning of cassettes/chamber

Wrapping and packaging supplies and instruments:
CSR wrapping techniques/shelf-life
self-seal packs techniques/shelf-life
policy for dating and identifying items
policy for out-of-date items

Monitoring Sterilization:
daily testing/monitoring procedures
documentation of daily usage and sterilization log
biological indicators

Processing Instruments:
inspection for defects and/or damage
operation of ultrasonic cleaner
instrument lubrication
proper handling of diamond knives

Patient Care:

Checks patient identification bed sheet and compares the name with the chart and name label
Provides physical comfort for the patient
Correctly positions the patient to maintain correct body alignment and protect patient equipment
Demonstrates awareness of the individual rights of the patient
Provides for privacy through maintaining confidentiality
Provides for privacy through physical protection

Provides for patient safety throughout the perioperative process
Secures bed rails in “up” position and/or utilizes safety straps accordingly
Correctly grounds patient for electrosurgical safety
Performs sharp and instrument counts per policy and standards and informs the circulating nurse accordingly; Implements appropriate action when counts are incorrect
Assists in the administration of medications correctly and accurately
Escorts or transports patients safely

Clinical Functions: Pre-Procedure

Assist with the preparation of patients pre-operatively under the direction of the pre-procedure nurse
Prepare patients for surgery accordingly (booties, bonnet, blanket, etc.)
Obtain vital signs and report abnormalities to the nurse as indicated
Ensures physical comfort of the patient and reports any complaints to the nurse accordingly

Clinical Functions: Post-Procedure

Assist with the care of patients post-operatively under the direction of the post-operative nurse
Observe patient’s condition and vital signs and reports changes to the nurse as indicated
Ensures physical comfort of the patient and reports any complaints to the nurse accordingly
Ensures patient has transportation for discharge
Reviews discharge instructions with patient and responsible adult and provides a written copy
Assist with the discharge of a patient according to established criteria

Equipment and Supplies:

Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies
Assures all equipment is functioning before use
Removes malfunctioning equipment from use, if applicable, and labels it accordingly
Removes from service all instruments in need of repair and reports information to appropriate personnel
Operates equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
Operates mechanical and electrical equipment correctly
Uses supplies judiciously and in a cost-effective manner
Replaces used supplies in a timely manner
Communicates/documents provision of equipment and supplies

Infection Control:

Wears appropriate attire according to facility policy
Follows universal precautions (i.e. handwashing)
Uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to policy and need
Practices recognized principles of cleanliness and sanitation
Correctly disposes of sharps
Correctly handles hazardous and contaminated materials

Emergency Situations:

Demonstrates the ability to function in emergency situations
Ensures that emergency equipment is available at all times
Practices lifesaving support measures as needed
Demonstrate understanding of emergency equipment and malfunction

Demonstrates knowledge of fire safety
Demonstrates knowledge of facility disaster plan

Environment of Care:

Regulates temperature and humidity as necessary, and records daily as required
Adheres to electrical safety policies and procedures
Monitors sensory environment
Maintains traffic patterns

The information above reflects the general work responsibilities and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

May involve prolonged periods of standing, sitting, lifting, bending, reaching and the ability to push/pull items weighing 50 pounds or less.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

May be potential exposure to communicable diseases, contaminated blood and body fluids, and hazardous materials.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High School/GED Equivalent
Maintains BLS certification

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The use of kindness, empathy and patience when working with colleagues and patient population
Attention to detail; ensuring accuracy in work
Ability to multi-task and ensure deadlines are met consistently
Ability to work as a team member, collaboratively and positively

CUSTOMER SERVICE

All employees must meet the standards for customer service.
Effectiveness of working with others, courtesy, tact, friendliness, enthusiasm, caring and helpful nature, comforting style.

ATTENDANCE STANDARDS

Punctuality, attendance, scheduling of absences.

FLEXIBILITY

Adjustment to change, resetting of priorities, time management skills, resourcefulness, initiative.

ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Follows code of conduct aligned with the mission, vision and values of Quigley Eye Specialists
Follows code of conduct /ethics of their profession.

Quigley Eye Specialists and affiliates are committed to diversity and does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

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