St. Michael's Eye and Laser Institute·Largo, Florida
The role involves circulating or scrubbing for various ophthalmic procedures, such as complex cataracts and retinal surgeries, while maintaining a sterile and efficient operating room environment. Responsibilities also include assisting with pre-operative and PACU flow, including patient assessment and discharge, working closely with surgeons and the clinical team.
We are looking for an experienced OR Nurse [or Surgical Tech] to join St. Michael's Surgery Center in Largo on a per diem basis.
As a family-owned, independent practice that has served Pinellas County for over 50 years, we pride ourselves on running a smooth, highly efficient, and supportive AAAHC-accredited surgery center. If you are looking to pick up extra shifts and keep your clinical skills sharp without the grind of hospital call or weekend requirements, this is a great fit.
No nights, no weekends, no holidays, and no on-call requirements.
We work with your schedule so you can pick up the shifts that make sense for you.
We invest heavily in our facility. You'll be working with complex, top-tier technology, including Zeiss Opmi Lumera surgical microscopes and Centurion Cataract Vision Systems.
Ophthalmology is high-volume, but our team is experienced and well-coordinated. We run a tight schedule in a modern, 7,500 square-foot facility.
Circulate [or scrub] for a variety of ophthalmic procedures, including complex cataracts, corneal transplants, eye shunt implants, and retinal surgeries.
Maintain a sterile, safe, and efficient environment in the OR.
Assist with pre-op and PACU flow, including patient assessment and discharge.
Work closely with our surgeons and dedicated clinical team to keep the surgical day moving safely.
Minimum 1 year of Operating Room or Ambulatory Surgery Center experience. (Ophthalmology experience is preferred, but we are happy to train someone with strong OR fundamentals).
Active, unencumbered FL RN license
Current BLS and ACLS.
Strong pacing—you need to be comfortable in a fast-turnaround environment and work well as part of a close-knit team.
Market context
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