Surgical Technologist - PRN

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Ambulatory Surgery Center

Are you a Certified Surgical Technologist with a passion for patient care? Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career in healthcare while maintaining a healthy work/life balance — with no nights, weekends, or holidays?

At Cataract & Laser Institute, we are looking for dedicated, team-oriented professionals to join our growing Ambulatory Surgery Center team. If you thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, we would love to connect with you.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wage of $XX.XX per hour based on experience
• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• 6.5 paid holidays annually
• Approximately 10 days of PTO within your first year
• Employee Referral Program
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development

Position Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist assists surgeons and nursing staff in providing high-quality patient care during surgical procedures within the Ambulatory Surgery Center. This role is responsible for maintaining a sterile environment, preparing surgical equipment and supplies, and supporting the surgical team throughout procedures in accordance with established policies and clinical standards.

Essential responsibilities

• To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:
• Prepare operating rooms by ensuring all surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment are properly disinfected, assembled, and functioning appropriately
• Assist surgeons and surgical staff during procedures by anticipating needs and passing sterile instruments, supplies, and sutures efficiently
• Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout all surgical procedures and immediately report any breaks in sterile technique
• Handle and isolate contaminated instruments and supplies in accordance with infection prevention standards
• Receive, label, and prepare specimens for laboratory processing
• Clean and restock operating rooms following procedures
• Assist with maintaining inventory and stocking surgical supplies
• Support a positive, collaborative, and patient-focused team environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership or physicians

• Education and experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program required
• Current Surgical Technologist certification required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Minimum of one year of operating room experience preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered
• Membership in a surgical specialty organization is encouraged

Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate the following

• Commitment to exceptional patient care and customer service
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain adaptable and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of infection control, safety, and regulatory standards
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Initiative, accountability, and willingness to support team goals
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
• Ability to train and support new team members as needed

Physical demands and work environment

• This position requires prolonged standing, lifting, stooping, grasping, talking, and hearing throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds regularly
• Requires close visual acuity for surgical procedures and equipment handling
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, communicable diseases, chemicals, steam, sharp instruments, and moving equipment may occur

Professional development

Employees are expected to complete all required training during the initial orientation period, including instruction related to surgical technology, ophthalmic terminology, ocular diseases, equipment usage, and safety standards.

Certification growth within the optometric and ophthalmic field is encouraged. Cataract & Laser Institute supports employee development through our Employee Career Development Program.