Surgical Technician

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The University of Miami UHealth Department of Surgical Services has an exciting opportunity for a full time Surgical Technician 1 at Sylvester Cancer Center in Miami. The incumbent assists the surgical team during operative procedures by arranging and inventorying a sterile set-up for operations and passing items to doctors and nurses. The incumbent also assists in preparing and moving patients and in cleaning the operating room areas.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                          

• Secures and prepares all supplies required for surgical intervention.

• Ensures the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in the operating room.

• Performs instrument counts prior to each procedure.

• Prepares patient skin for surgical treatment.

• Positions and re-positions patient during surgery.

• Helps monitor patient during surgery.

• Provides supportive care during the pre-operative phase.

• Performs scrub functions.

• Collects and labels specimens taken during surgical procedures.

• Follows all federal, state, and local rules and regulations.

• 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

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.

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.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H8