Certified Surgical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Surgical TechnicianLocations: The Villages, FLType: Full-TimePosition OverviewOur client is seeking a skilled Surgical Technician to join their high-volume, outpatient cosmetic surgery team. This is a hybrid clinical role designed for a professional who enjoys the precision of the operating room but also values direct patient interaction.Unlike a traditional hospital OR, their procedures (specializing in facelifts and facial plastics) are performed on awake patients under local anesthesia. You will balance "scrubbing in" with medical assistant responsibilities, ensuring a seamless flow from patient intake to post-operative discharge.The Non-Negotiables (Requirements)To be successful in this role, you must meet the following criteria:Surgical Experience: 5 years of Proven experience assisting in surgical procedures (Passing instruments, identifying scalpels/sutures, and maintaining a sterile field).Surgical Technician Certification required (NON NEGOTIABLE).The "Hybrid" Mindset: You must be willing to perform both surgical scrubbing and clinical tasks (rooming patients, charting, and cleaning). This is a doctor's office environment, not a trauma center.Availability: Must be able to work shifts between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (typically 10 AM – 7 PM) and participate in a rotating Saturday schedule (occasional Sundays may be required).Clinical Proficiency: Ability to document accurately in an EMR (Nextech experience is a major plus).Key ResponsibilitiesSurgical & Sterilization SupportAssist surgeons during local anesthesia facelifts, injectables, and facial plastic surgeries.Prepare sterile fields, organize surgical instruments, and anticipate provider needs.Manage Autoclave processes and maintain strict sterilization and infection control standards.Support rapid room turnover in a high-efficiency environment.Patient Care & Clinical OperationsRooming & Intake: Obtain patient histories, assist with positioning, and perform skin prep.Education: Provide clear pre- and post-operative instructions to patients.Documentation: Maintain real-time, accurate charting within the EMR.Coordination: Assist with medication orders, prescriptions, and clinical follow-up calls.Compensation & BenefitsPay Rate: $30.00 – $33.00 based on experience.Health Insurance: 100% Employer-paid premium for the employee.Paid Time Off: 2 weeks PTO in the first year.Holidays: 11 Paid Holidays (including your birthday!).Ideal Candidate ProfileWe are looking for candidates from Outpatient Cosmetic, Dermatology, ENT, or Plastic Surgery backgrounds that have worked in private practices/doctor's offices.Note to Applicants: We are looking for someone who thrives in a structured, fast-paced workflow and maintains a professional, calming presence for patients who are awake during their procedures.