Level II - Surgical Technician

Job Description

University of Miami is seeking a Surgical Technician Level II 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
• Sign On Bonus $7500

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting opportunity for a full time Certified Surgical Technician 2, in Miami, Florida.

The Certified Surgical Technician 2 accounts for the instruments and equipment used during surgical procedures and maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures. The Surgical Technician 2 demonstrates competency and proficiency in the use of equipment and instruments for all surgical procedures that are performed within the department.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepares the surgical suite, ensuring environmental safety for the patient and personnel.

Demonstrates a surgical conscience by practicing aseptic technique.

Maintains a neat and organized sterile field.

Labels medications and solutions on the surgical field.

Returns instruments to the workroom for decontamination and returns unused supplies and instruments to their designated areas.

Participates in the stocking of sub sterile rooms and picks up the supplies for the next day.

Maintains complete confidentiality of all medical, financial, and employee information, and other sensitive materials.

Demonstrates orientation towards service excellence by conducting daily activities, communications, and interactions in a cooperative, positive, and professional manner.

Cleans and sterilizes surgical instruments and assists with inventory and ordering of supplies for the surgery center.

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

Certification and Licensing :

Certification in relevant specialty or field - Certified Surgical Technician (CST)

Experience :

Minimum 5 years 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 #R100086239.

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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