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NVISION Eye Centers

Surgical Tech

Westlake Village, CA

$35 - $45/hr

An innovative leader in ophthalmology, we are dedicated to providing the best patient experience through the use of the latest technology and treatment by the most talented and experienced surgeons ...

Sightpath Medical

Surgical Technologist III

Newnan, GA · On-site

We offer an exciting opportunity to specialize in ophthalmic procedures while working with top ... Must hold a degree in Surgical Technology and be certified or eligible to be certified through the ...

Sightpath Medical

Surgical Technologist III

Minot, ND · On-site

We offer an exciting opportunity to specialize in ophthalmic procedures while working with top ... Must hold a degree in Surgical Technology and be certified or eligible to be certified through the ...

Sightpath Medical

Surgical Technologist III

Raleigh, NC

$55K - $65K/yr

We offer an exciting opportunity to specialize in ophthalmic procedures while working with top ... Must hold a degree in Surgical Technology and be certified or eligible to be certified through the ...

Sightpath Medical

Surgical Technologist III

Atlanta, GA · On-site

We offer an exciting opportunity to specialize in ophthalmic procedures while working with top ... Must hold a degree in Surgical Technology and be certified or eligible to be certified through the ...

Sightpath Medical

Surgical Technologist III

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

We offer an exciting opportunity to specialize in ophthalmic procedures while working with top ... Must hold a degree in Surgical Technology and be certified or eligible to be certified through the ...

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How much do ophthalmology surgical tech jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average weekly pay for ophthalmology surgical tech in the United States is $1,882.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,403.85 and $2,307.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by ophthalmology surgical techs during eye surgeries, and how can they be managed?

Ophthalmology Surgical Techs often face challenges such as maintaining a sterile field in a small surgical area, anticipating the surgeon’s needs during delicate procedures, and handling specialized microsurgical instruments. Effective communication with the surgical team and staying organized are crucial to managing these challenges. Regular training and familiarity with specific ophthalmic procedures, such as cataract or retinal surgeries, also help techs respond quickly to unexpected situations and ensure patient safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ophthalmology surgical tech, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Ophthalmology Surgical Tech, you need knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and anatomy, typically backed by a surgical technology certificate or associate degree. Familiarity with ophthalmic instruments, microsurgical equipment, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is essential. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are valued soft skills in this role. These competencies are vital for ensuring patient safety, supporting surgeons effectively, and maintaining smooth, efficient surgical operations.

What is the difference between Ophthalmology Surgical Tech vs Ophthalmic Assistant?

AspectOphthalmology Surgical TechOphthalmic Assistant
CertificationsCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or ophthalmic-specific certificationsCertified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or similar
Work EnvironmentAssist in surgeries, sterile environments, operating roomsPre- and post-operative patient care, clinic settings
Job ResponsibilitiesPrepare operating rooms, assist during surgeries, handle surgical instrumentsPatient exams, assisting with vision tests, patient education

While both roles support eye care, Ophthalmology Surgical Techs focus on surgical assistance in sterile environments, whereas Ophthalmic Assistants handle patient care and clinic tasks. The roles complement each other but differ in responsibilities and certifications.

What does an ophthalmology surgical tech do?

An Ophthalmology Surgical Tech assists ophthalmologists during eye surgeries by preparing surgical instruments, maintaining a sterile environment, and handing tools to the surgeon as needed. They are responsible for setting up the operating room, ensuring equipment is functioning properly, and sometimes helping with patient preparation. Their work is essential to ensuring surgeries go smoothly and safely for both the patient and the surgical team.
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Surgical Tech, Operating Room, Northside Gwinnett

Northside Hospital Inc.

Lawrenceville, GA

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

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7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 442 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core Duties:

  • Provides care and/or service to patients undergoing surgical intervention without regard to age, race, or gender.
  • Assists the surgical team before, during, and after procedures.
  • Reviewing supplies and equipment
  • Setting up surgical equipment
  • Preparing patients for surgery
  • Positioning the patient
  • Completing surgical skin preps
  • Draping sterile field
  • Maintaining sterile techniques, recognizing breaks in technique, and takes steps to regain sterility.
  • Organizing and passing instruments, supplies, equipment, medication, and solutions
  • Ensuring management of the surgical specimen
  • Performing appropriate surgical counts with circulating nurse.
  • May serve in the first or second scrub role
  • Cleaning the operating rooms in preparation for subsequent surgical procedures.
  • Transporting patients or specimens as necessary.
  • Transporting clean and dirty equipment and supplies.
  • Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury accident to supervisor.
  • When Assigned to the Expeditor Role:
  • Completes case cart with all supplies and instruments required for scheduled cases at least 30 minutes prior to subsequent scheduled case start.
  • Obtains instruments used on previous case that will be needed for subsequent case and delivers to Instrument Tech for cleaning and sterilizing
  • At end of case, delivers dirty case cart/instruments to appropriate soiled holding location.
  • At end of case, places unused clean supplies in appropriate area
  • Retrieves extra supplies and equipment that are not listed on preference card. Facilitates changes in preference card to reflect needed items
  • Ensures that required equipment and supplies are on hand for scheduled cases,
  • Aids with room setup
  • Supports the rapid turnover of surgical procedures at the direction of OR leadership.
  • Removes any unnecessary equipment, returning it to designated storage areas.

    • Labor and Delivery:

  • Performs various patient care activities for the patient in labor including obtaining vital signs, performing catheterizations, obtaining urine specimens, performing perineal care, and performing skin preps for surgical procedures; assists patients as necessary with position changes and ambulation.
  • Performs various patient care activities related to newborn care to include immediate care which involves drying, warming, and observation and performing identification, measurement (inches and pounds), eye care, bathing, and other related activities.
  • Assembles equipment and supplies for procedures using aseptic techniques.
  • Assists physicians and nurses during vaginal deliveries by performing various tasks including preparing and monitoring patients and operating suction and other equipment.
  • Performs Surgical technologist function for surgical procedures including cesarean deliveries, tubal ligations, and hysterectomies; setsup sterile field, passes instruments and surgical items to physician, and performs surgical counts; and, assists with cleaning the OR rooms in preparation for subsequent surgical procedures.
  • Transports patients and newborns to assigned rooms and/or nursery.
  • Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment which involves, but is not limited to, such activities as tidying rooms, cleaning equipment, restocking linens and other supplies and materials (in assigned areas and as otherwise necessary), preparing rooms, and keeping utility and equipment rooms, and hallways neat and clean.
  • Obtains information as necessary to initiate routine admission procedure.

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    Turnover Tech:

  • May bring case carts to rooms, checks supplies and equipment in preparation for subsequent procedures.
  • May assist with moving the patient and cleaning the OR room in preparation for subsequent surgical procedures.
  • May bring all supplies and equipment for next case into the room. Places all supplies and equipment in appropriate places and opens rooms.
  • Safety: Performs appropriate pre and postsurgical counts with circulating nurse.

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    Specialty-Specific Duties - Ophthalmology:

  • Supports the Ophthalmology service in both the outpatient surgery center, as well as the main hospital for those patients who do not meet criteria for an outpatient surgery center.
  • Ophthalmology Surgical Technologists are expected to take call to support the Ophthalmology service for emergent cases that occur in the main hospital Monday through Friday after 7PM, on weekends, and holidays.

    • ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists in the ongoing identification, development and administration of hospital and department Quality Improvement program.
  • Assists in leading unit-based quality improvement initiatives.
  • Assists with special projects as directed by leadership.
  • Provides clinical experience and instruction for student programs and may provide written and verbal evaluations of student performance.
  • Develops expertise in the functioning, use, and maintenance of equipment and instruments in assigned surgical specialty. Ensures equipment is available and works properly and performs minor repairs as needed.
  • Trains and serves as a preceptor for new surgical technologist staff and surgical technologist students and surgical tech externs. May assist in training staff in the use, maintenance, and minor repair of equipment used in surgical specialty (including ophthalmology, if applicable).
    • Qualifications

    REQUIRED

    • High school diploma, equivalent education (GED) or post-secondary education
    • Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) credential.
    • Visual color acuity screening depending on the role in specific units.
    • Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program and working as a Surgical Technologist with two (2) years of experience

    OR

    Five (5) years of full-time employment within the last seven (7) years in an Operating Room setting working as a Surgical Technologist

    PREFERRED

     

    • Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Technologist in Surgery- Certified (TS-C) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
    Work Hours:0630a-7pWeekend Requirements:YesEmployment Type: PART_TIME

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    * 288-bed hospital, offering a full range of services including comprehensive and interventional stroke care, preventative and corrective cardiac care, full-service orthopedic and spine treatment, an ER 24/7®, and general surgery * As one of the first hospitals in the area to achieve Atrial Fibrillation Certification (SCPC), our technologically advanced hospital allows our highly skilled physicians, nursing and caregivers to serve our growing community * Northside Hospital was the first nationally recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center in Pinellas County and nationally recognized for quality and safety by earning an 'A' rating from the Leapfrog Group

    Industry

    Hospitals

    Company size

    10,000+ Employees

    Headquarters location

    Atlanta, GA, US

    Year founded

    1970

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