Surgical Technician

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The Surgical Technologist Per diem  (U) 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. Surgical Technologist is proficient in the theory and application of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique to combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation and tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

• 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 advanced knowledge and proficient practice in the first scrub role in the majority of the surgical procedures.

• Applies knowledge of advanced surgical techniques.

• Applies knowledge related to emergent situations, and surgical procedures in the operating room.

• Exhibits a higher level of collaboration with peers in making decisions related to surgical patient care.

• Acts as an informal resource for the other technologists with less experience.

• Provides support in the training of students and onboarding of new surgical technologists.

• Serves as a mentor and role model.

• 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 and/or Graduated from an accredited Surgical Technology program

Certification and Licensing:

Certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred

Current AHA Basic Life Support certificate required

Experience:

Minimum 2 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.

• Demonstrates knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies located in the operating room

Department Specific Functions

Dons surgical attire and personal protective equipment (PPE). Gathers, checks, and opens supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure. Performs the surgical scrub and dons gown and gloves. Sets up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for the procedure. Performs initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the circulating nurse. Assists the team members in gowning and gloving. Assists with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field. Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure. Secures tubing, cords, and other sterile accessories. Prepares and anticipates additional instrumentation, equipment and supplies for usage during the procedure. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies to surgeon during the procedure. Maintains a neat and organized sterile field. Labels medications and solutions on the surgical field according the National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG). Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions utilized during the surgical procedure. Holds retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon. Sponges or suctions the operative site. Cuts suture material as directed by the surgeon. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure. Performs additional counts as necessary, during relief, prior to closing, and final, according to the surgical counts policy. Prepares sterile dressings and/or immobilization devices. Prepares and passes off specimen(s) as appropriate. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization. Returns instruments to the workroom for decontamination and returns unused supplies and instruments to their designated areas. Assists other member of the team with the sanitation/cleaning of the room. Assists in prepping the operating room for the next patient.

Prepares the surgical suite, ensuring environmental safety for the patient and personnel. Participates in the stocking of sub sterile rooms and picks up the supplies for cases as needed. Additional duties assisting in circulating:

Assists in transferring patient to and from the operating room table.

Assists with positioning the patient, using appropriate equipment and anatomical principles to avoid patient injury.

Completes the patient skin prep prior to draping by the surgical team.

Helps transport the patient to the post-anesthesia care unit as needed. Maintains complete confidentiality of all medical, financial, and employee information, and other sensitive materials. Adheres to the UHealth and Departmental policies, procedures, and safeguards University assets. Demonstrates orientation towards service excellence by conducting daily activities, communications, and interactions in a cooperative, positive, and professional manner.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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Job Status:

Part time

Employee Type:

Temporary-Intermittent

Pay Grade:

H9