Surgical Technician - Certified, Per Diem
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University of Miami
Miami, FL, US
Summary
The Surgical Technician is responsible for maintaining a sterile field and managing surgical instruments and equipment during procedures. They also ensure the surgical suite is prepared, safe, and properly stocked for daily operations.
Job Description
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CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Surgical Technician - Per Diem accounts for the instruments and equipment used during surgical procedures and maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures. The incumbent demonstrates competency and proficiency in the use of equipment and instruments for all surgical procedures that are performed within the department.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Prepares the surgical suite, ensuring environmental safety for the patient and personnel.
2. Demonstrates a surgical conscience by practicing aseptic technique.
3. Maintains a neat and organized sterile field.
4. Labels medications and solutions on the surgical field.
5. Returns instruments to the workroom for decontamination and returns unused supplies and instruments to their designated areas.
6. Participates in the stocking of sub sterile rooms and picks up the supplies for the next day.
7. Maintains complete confidentiality of all medical, financial, and employee information, and other sensitive materials.
8. Demonstrates orientation towards service excellence by conducting daily activities, communications, and interactions in a cooperative, positive, and professional manner.
9. Cleans and sterilizes surgical instruments and assists with inventory and ordering of supplies for the surgery center.
10. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Part time
Employee Type:
Temporary-Intermittent
UHealth – University of Miami Health System delivers leading-edge patient care by top-ranked physicians who treat some of the most complex cases. Powered by the Miller School of Medicine’s ground-breaking research and medical education, UHealth is the region’s only academic-based health care system. With a comprehensive network of nearly 40 outpatient facilities, its flagship hospital in the heart of Miami’s Health District, and more than 2,700 physicians and healthcare providers across South Florida, UHealth is a vital component of the community that is leading the next generation of health care. UHealth is home to Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the No. 1 ranked eye hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, the region’s only NCI-designated cancer center, and Desai Sethi Urology Institute, dedicated to urologic research and discovery, and a neurology and neurosurgery program ranked in the top 25 in the nation. These programs along with 100 other specialties make UHealth a trusted destination for compassionate, research-based care. UHealth is dedicated to continually developing an inclusive and rewarding culture for our talent - including hiring pledges with Military.com, AARP and a growing list of partners. UHealth has been honored on Becker's Healthcare 150 Top Places to Work List, emphasizing our commitment to the well-being and growth of our incredible faculty and staff. We also received the 2024 Platinum Bell Seal Certification by Mental Health America (MHA). The University of Miami was recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for Women in 2023 and 2022. You can learn more about opportunities at UHealth at careers.miami.edu.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Miami, Florida
UHealth – University of Miami Health System delivers leading-edge patient care by top-ranked physicians who treat some of the most complex cases. Powered by the Miller School of Medicine’s ground-breaking research and medical education, UHealth is the region’s only academic-based health care system. With a comprehensive network of nearly 40 outpatient facilities, its flagship hospital in the heart of Miami’s Health District, and more than 2,700 physicians and healthcare providers across South Florida, UHealth is a vital component of the community that is leading the next generation of health care. UHealth is home to Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the No. 1 ranked eye hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, the region’s only NCI-designated cancer center, and Desai Sethi Urology Institute, dedicated to urologic research and discovery, and a neurology and neurosurgery program ranked in the top 25 in the nation. These programs along with 100 other specialties make UHealth a trusted destination for compassionate, research-based care. UHealth is dedicated to continually developing an inclusive and rewarding culture for our talent - including hiring pledges with Military.com, AARP and a growing list of partners. UHealth has been honored on Becker's Healthcare 150 Top Places to Work List, emphasizing our commitment to the well-being and growth of our incredible faculty and staff. We also received the 2024 Platinum Bell Seal Certification by Mental Health America (MHA). The University of Miami was recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for Women in 2023 and 2022. You can learn more about opportunities at UHealth at careers.miami.edu.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Miami, Florida