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With multiple clinic locations across the SWFL, Quigley Eye Specialists is a premier surgical and eye care clinic. Our mission is to continue to be technology leaders in eye care and one of the nation’s leading multispecialty ophthalmology practices, Quigley Eye Specialists creates patients for life by providing the highest level of quality eye care and service to the community.

We accomplish this through our caring staff, our skilled medical team, and by using the most advanced technology to ensure every patient’s best possible vision. Therefore, to deliver on our mission, Quigley Eye Specialist expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company’s mission. • Team Work • Highest level of Individual Productivity • Technical Excellence • Treating patients as valued guests The Instrument Technician is responsible for adherence to aseptic technique as well as disinfection/sterilization of surgical instruments and surgical field set-up.

The Instrument Technician may also assist in other clinical areas as deemed necessary. RESPONSIBILITIES Disinfection/Sterilization • Demonstrates ability to clean and organize instruments and equipment for wrapping • Demonstrates ability to package supplies for sterilization • Demonstrates correct use of washing and sterilizing equipment • Selects proper mode of sterilization for instruments and equipment • Demonstrates knowledge of steam sterilization • Operation of Autoclaves: o Manual operation of sterilizer o Proper cycles according to specific contents o Replenish steam indicator strips as necessary o Cleaning of cassettes/chamber • Wrapping and packaging supplies and instruments: o CSR wrapping techniques/shelf-life o Self-seal packs techniques/shelf-life o Policy for dating and identifying items o Policy for out-of-date items • Monitoring Sterilization: o Daily testing/monitoring procedures o Documentation of daily usage and sterilization log o Biological indicators • Processing Instruments: o Inspection for defects and/or damage o Operation of ultrasonic cleaner o Instrument lubrication o Proper handling of diamond knives Operating Room Set-Up • Reviews the type of procedure to be performed, the techniques of the operating physician, and prepares the room accordingly • Reviews with the circulating nurse the equipment, instruments, and supplies needed for a specific procedure • Disinfects all flat surfaces in the operating room prior to setting up for surgical procedure • Maintains proper aseptic technique during setup; dons gown and gloves accordingly • Check sterile indicators in instruments, packs and supplies and prepares back table and mayo stand • If dispensing medication onto the sterile field, checks label for proper medications and expiration date with circulating nurse • Gowns and gloves surgeon according to protocol upon entry into the operating room Patient Care • Checks patient identification bed sheet and compares the name with the chart and name label • Provides physical comfort for the patient • Correctly positions the patient to maintain correct body alignment and protect patient equipment • Demonstrates awareness of the individual rights of the patient o Provides for privacy through maintaining confidentiality o Provides for privacy through physical protection • Provides for patient safety throughout the perioperative process o Secures bed rails in “up” position and/or utilizes safety straps accordingly o Correctly grounds patient for electrosurgical safety o Performs sharp and instrument counts per policy and standards and informs the circulating nurse accordingly; Implements appropriate action when counts are incorrect o Assists in the administration of medications correctly and accurately o Escorts or transports patients safely Equipment and Supplies • Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies • Assures all equipment is functioning before use • Removes malfunctioning equipment from use, if applicable, and labels it accordingly • Removes from service all instruments in need of repair and reports information to appropriate personnel • Operates equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions • Operates mechanical and electrical equipment correctly • Uses supplies judiciously and in a cost-effective manner • Replaces used supplies in a timely manner • Communicates/documents provision of equipment and supplies Infection Control • Wears appropriate attire according to facility policy • Follows universal precautions (i.e. handwashing) • Uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to policy and need • Practices recognized principles of cleanliness and sanitation • Correctly disposes of sharps • Correctly handles hazardous and contaminated materials Emergency Situations • Demonstrates the ability to function in emergency situations o Ensures that emergency equipment is available at all times o Practices lifesaving support measures as needed o Demonstrate understanding of emergency equipment and malfunction • Demonstrates knowledge of fire safety • Demonstrates knowledge of facility disaster plan Environment of Care • Regulates temperature and humidity as necessary, and records daily as required • Adheres to electrical safety policies and procedures • Monitors sensory environment •

Maintains traffic patterns TRAVEL No travel required QUALIFICATIONS • High School graduate/GED equivalent • Maintains BLS Certification REQUIREMENTS May involve prolonged periods of standing, sitting, lifting, bending, reaching and the ability to push/pull items weighing 50 pounds or less ENVIRONMENT May be potential exposure to communicable diseases, contaminated blood and body fluids, and hazardous materials CUSTOMER SERVICE.

All Quigley Eye Specialist employees must meet the standards for customer service. Effectiveness of working with others, courtesy, tact, friendliness, enthusiasm, caring and helpful nature, comforting style. ATTENDANCE STANDARDS Punctuality, attendance, scheduling of absences. ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Follows code of conduct aligned with the mission, vision and values of Quigley Eye Specialists. Follows code of conduct /ethics of their profession Quigley Eye Specialists and affiliates are committed to diversity and does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.