Surgical Technician - $51K-60K per year

Company: University of Miami
Location: Homestead
Posted on: January 21, 2023

Job Description:

University of Miami is seeking a Surgical Technician for a job in Miami, Florida.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: PermanentThe Surgical Technician 3 (U) accounts for the instruments and equipment used during surgical procedures and maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures. The Surgical Technician 3 (U) demonstrates competency and proficiency in the use of equipment and instruments for all surgical procedures that are performed within the department.Up to $7,500 Sign-On BonusWork Location: UHealth TowerPrepares 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 equivalentExperience:Minimum 5 years of relevant experienceKnowledge, 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 environmentThe 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.Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.University of Miami Job ID #R100063136. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation).About University of MiamiThe 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.Benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1
  • Continuing Education

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