Level III - Surgical Technician

Job Description

University of Miami is seeking a Surgical Technician Level III for a job in Miami, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Surgical Technician
• Discipline : Allied Health Professional
• Duration : Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours
• Employment Type : Staff

CVOR Surgical Technician 3 - Certified, Full Time

The Surgical Technologist work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The CVOR participates in the delivery of patient care by handling instruments during operative Cardiovascular procedures and by performing a variety of duties related to the preparation, processing and arrangement of surgical instruments and equipment.

Up to $10,00 Sign on Bonus

Work Location : UHealth Tower

Functions as a member of the surgical team in the role of the scrub person.

The Surgical Technologist in the first scrub role handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.

Has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.

Has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

Demonstrates advances-level critical thinking and problem solving activities

Demonstrates superior knowledge of various surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation and modalities.

Demonstrates superior knowledge and expert practice in the first scrub role in advanced surgical procedures.

Serves as a Surgical Technologist Coordinator as needed.

Performs the preceptor role in the training of students and onboarding of new-hires surgical techs.

Reviews all operational information related to efficiency and productivity matrices and established targets.

(First Case On Time Starts (FCOTS) and Turn Around Time (TAT)).

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

Certification and Licensing :

Certification in relevant specialty or field

BLS

Experience : CVOR Experience

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes :

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Commitment to the University’s core values.

Ability to work independently and / or in a collaborative environment.

University of Miami Job ID #R100086458.

About University of Miami

The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.

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