Surgical Technician

Pacific Eye Institute·Colton, California

$24 - $36/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 22 days ago

Practice for this role

Surgical Technician · $24 - $36/hr

How this role compares

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-49% vs. median posted rate for physicians roles ($46.50/hr, n=34674)

10 similar openings in the Colton area · median $65.00/hr

$0.01/hr · lowesthighest · $180,600/hr

this role: $23.50/hrmedian $46.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 34,674 posted physicians roles rates. This role sits in the 20th percentile.

About the role

The Surgical Technician prepares and maintains the sterile field and surgical equipment for procedures in the Ambulatory Surgery Center. They assist surgeons during operations, manage supply inventory, and ensure proper decontamination and sterilization of instruments.

Unifeye Vision Partners is one of the premiere eye care practices in the nation. We believe in One Team, All In. The culture at UVP is one of excellence and teamwork. We are passionate about patient care and dedicated to improving quality of life through life-changing vision procedures and treatments.

Unifeye Vision Partners is currently hiring for a Surgical Technician, Colton, CA SUMMARY Surgical Technician prepares supplies, equipment and instrumentation for each surgery performed in the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). The Surgical Technician will assist the physician with the maintenance of the sterile field and all supplies for each surgery. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Promotes the mission, vision and values of the company

Gathers needed procedure appropriate supplies for each surgery.

Opens surgical supplies, sets up sterile field and maintains sterile field using aseptic technique. Identifies any break in sterile technique.

Anticipates the surgeons needs and requests appropriate supplies prior to their immediate need.

Updates surgeon preference cards as needed.

Reports missing or malfunctioning equipment and instruments to the OR Manager in a timely manner.

Operates equipment required to perform job in a safe and efficient manner.

Performs sharp and sponge counts with the RN & or Circulator according to policy.

Disposes of sharps and hazardous materials according to policy and utilizes PPE.

Washes and reprocesses instrumentation according to established standards and ASC policy.

Organizes storage area for instruments and supplies under the direction of the OR Manager.

Labels medication on the sterile field. Accounts for and verifies amounts, reporting totals to both the surgeon and Anesthesiologist.

Maintains knowledge of commonly used local anesthetics, antibiotics, and topical hemostats.

Assist OR staff as directed with physician orders according to patient needs.

Assists in initial Operating Room (OR) set up, including wiping down all flat surfaces and assists in initial decontamination room set up.

Cleans OR with appropriate disinfecting agents.

Assists Nurse Manager in the maintenance of supply inventory.

Assists in end of day clean up procedures.

Participates in staff meetings and in-services, accurately maintaining education file.

This position is in office, remote is not available.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Demonstrates the ability to operate computer programs (Excel, Word, Medical Manager, Intergy, Nextech) copier, fax, telephone, and calculator. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program and one year of experience as a Surgical Technician preferred. Ophthalmology experience strongly preferred. License/Registration/Certification Current BCLS certification required or must be obtained within the first 60 days of employment. Surgical Technician certification is strongly preferred. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position has no supervisory responsibility. JOB QUALIFICATIONS To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Unifeye Vision Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *This position can require travel
Pay Range $23.50 - $36.00

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program. One year of experience and BCLS certification are required, with ophthalmology experience and Surgical Technician certification strongly preferred.

high school
professional certificate
Excel
Word
Ophthalmology
Patient care
Inventory management
Intergy
Medical terminology
Aseptic technique
Nextech
Equipment sterilization
Sterile field maintenance
Surgical instrumentation
Operating room setup
Surgical supply preparation
Hazardous material disposal
Sharp and sponge counts

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $24 - $36/hr
Location: Colton, California
Posted: Aug 18, 2026
Application: Employer website

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