Cardiac Surgical Specialist, Cardiothoracic, Full Time

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Cardiac Surgical Specialist to assist the primary surgeon during complex cardiac procedures at its Miami, FL hospital. The role includes intraoperative duties, plus preoperative and postoperative support, with strict adherence to safety and hospital policies.

ABSA SA-C certification and BLS are required, along with a minimum of two years of relevant experience. The position is full-time and on-site at UHealth, offering competitive compensation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Valid BLS certification.
• Valid SA-C certification by ABSA.

Responsibilities

• Position the patient to provide best exposure during procedures.
• Assist with hemostasis and closure of body planes.
• Assist with intraoperative tasks and instrument handling.
• Support preoperative and postoperative patient care.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety, and infection control standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Discretion

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

## Cardiac Surgical Specialist, Cardiothoracic, Full TimeApply: Miami, FL: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: R100092091**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.The Cardiac Surgical Specialist provides assistance to the primary surgeon during a surgical procedure. As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), surgical assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The Cardiac Surgical Specialist performs these functions during the operation under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. It is understood and acknowledged that certification through the American Board of Surgical Assistants, ABSA (SA-C) does not allow for any independent performance of any medical or surgical procedures.**CORE JOB FUNCTIONS**1. Positions the patient to give the best exposure for the surgical procedure considering the patients comfort and safety. The patient shall be evaluated for any possible damage from positioning which will include assessment of the skin. The abnormal condition shall be reported to the surgeon and treatment and documentation shall be carried out. 2. Provides visualization of the operative site using proper techniques. 3. Utilizes appropriate techniques, permanent and temporary, to assist with hemostasis: 4. Participates in volume replacement or auto-transfusion techniques as appropriate. 5. Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes. 6. Selects and applies appropriate wound dressings. 7. Provides assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue. 8. Performs other duties as required. 9. Maintains established hospital policies, procedures, directives, quality, safety, environmental and infection control standards appropriate for this position. 10. 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**: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field**Certification and Licensing:** Valid Basis Life Support (BLS) certification Valid Surgical Assistant (SA-C) by the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) certification**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.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.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff