Certified Surgical Technician 2 - Full TIme Bascom Palmer Eye Institute - Miami, FL

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine • Miami, FL

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About The Position

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

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certification in relevant specialty or field - Certified Surgical Technician (CST)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED