Cataract and Laser Institute·Maumee, Ohio
The Certified Surgical Technologist prepares and organizes the operating room while maintaining a strict sterile field during procedures. They support the surgical team by anticipating the surgeon's needs and ensuring the safe handling of instruments and specimens.
Join our growing surgical team!
Are you a Certified Surgical Technologist who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care? Are you looking for a rewarding career in a fast-paced surgical environment—without sacrificing your work-life balance?
If so, we'd love to meet you! Join our growing Ambulatory Surgery Center team where you'll enjoy meaningful work, a collaborative culture, and no nights, weekends, or holidays.
The Certified Surgical Technologist plays a vital role in the surgical team by assisting surgeons and nursing staff in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout surgical procedures. This position ensures the operating room is properly prepared, maintains sterile technique, and supports the surgical team before, during, and after each procedure.
Essential responsibilities
Prepare and organize the operating room, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are sterile, assembled, and functioning properly.
Maintain a sterile field and adhere to strict aseptic technique throughout each procedure.
Anticipate the needs of the surgeon by efficiently passing instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment during surgery.
Identify and report any breaks in sterile technique to the circulating nurse and surgeon.
Properly handle, label, and prepare surgical specimens for laboratory processing.
Safely isolate contaminated instruments and supplies to reduce the risk of infection.
Clean, disinfect, and restock operating rooms following each procedure.
Assist with inventory management of surgical instruments and supplies.
Support a positive, collaborative environment within the surgical team.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or physicians.
Is committed to delivering outstanding patient care.
Thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Maintains exceptional attention to detail and sterile technique.
Communicates effectively with surgeons, nurses, and patients.
Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, and sound clinical judgment.
Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Is eager to learn, grow, and support the development of others.
Prioritizes patient safety, infection prevention, and quality outcomes.
Stand for extended periods of time.
Bend, stoop, reach, grasp, lift, and carry supplies and equipment.
Lift up to 15 pounds on a regular basis.
Maintain close visual attention while assisting during surgical procedures.
Work in an environment with exposure to bloodborne pathogens, communicable diseases, chemicals, steam, pressurized cylinders, sharp instruments, and moving equipment.
We are committed to investing in our team members through ongoing education, orientation, and career development opportunities. Continuing education and specialty certifications are encouraged, and eligible employees may participate in our Employee Career Development Program.
If you're ready to make a difference in patients' lives while enjoying an outstanding work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our exceptional surgical team!
Market context
In Ohio, allied health roles in medical laboratory settings are typically supported by ongoing demand from hospitals, outpatient labs, and diagnostic services. These positions are competitive because employers often require an associate degree, ASCP certification, and the physical ability to handle routine lab tasks, while the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your certification status and review the lifting requirement against your current work capacity.
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