Surgical Technician - 259174

Surgical Technologist / Scrub Tech

Position Type: Contract-to-Hire

Location: Louisville, KY (On-site)

Pay Range: $27.00 – $30.00 / hour (commensurate with experience)

Schedule: Day Shift, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Rarely past 5:00 PM). Currently ~32 hours/week with every other Friday off, scaling toward 40 hours/week as surgical volume expands.

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Surgical Technologist / Scrub Tech to join a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center team in Louisville. This role involves direct surgical support across 5 active operating rooms, with a primary focus on high-volume ophthalmic procedures (cataracts) alongside general surgical support.

This is an "all hands on deck" environment where teamwork, operational flexibility, and strict adherence to OR etiquette are central to patient care and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Surgical & OR Preparation

• Prepare and maintain medical equipment, surgical instruments, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions prior to surgical procedures.
• Wash, shave, disinfect incision sites, and position patients on the operating table; apply sterile surgical drapes.
• Transport patients to the operating room and assist with post-operative recovery room transfers.
• Assemble, adjust, and test sterile and non-sterile diagnostic, suction, light, and sterilization equipment to ensure proper functionality.

Intra-Operative & Clinical Support

• Assist the surgical team with gowning and gloving in accordance with sterile technique.
• Pass sterile instruments, supplies, and sutures to surgeons and surgical assistants during procedures.
• Hold retractors, cut sutures, and conduct formal counts of sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments with the nursing team.
• Observe patient vital signs, verify charts, and properly care for and handle tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.

Room Turnover & Sterile Processing

• Maintain an active role in room turn-over, cleaning, and restocking operating rooms between cases.
• Assist with Sterile Processing Department (SPD) duties, instrument cleaning, decontamination, and waste management.
• Maintain quiet, respectful OR environments appropriate for geriatric and adult patients under IV sedation.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

• Experience/Training: Successful completion of formal Scrub Tech training or an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• Clinical Skills: Demonstrated ability to independently scrub and support ophthalmic (eye) surgical cases.
• Certifications: Active CPR / Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Work Ethic: Strong attendance record, punctuality, and a collaborative, low-ego mindset.

Preferred:

• Specialty Experience: Prior experience in high-volume cataract or ambulatory surgery center (ASC) environments.
• Education: Associate degree from an accredited surgical technologist program.
• Professional Attributes: Strong understanding of age-specific patient requirements, clinical communication channels, and life-span development principles.

What We Offer

• Predictable Hours: Early day shift with consistent scheduling and work-life balance.
• Growth Opportunity: Clear pathway to transition from contract to permanent status, offering paid holiday coverage upon direct hire.
• Collaborative Culture: A tight-knit team environment working directly alongside experienced surgeons and clinical leadership.