Surgical Tech - Operating Room (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Children's Hospital is seeking a Surgical Tech to support the Operating Room team full-time, days. You will prepare for procedures, handle instruments, and assist with sterile setup under the supervision of the RN Circulator.

Ideal candidates are graduates of an accredited Surgical Technician Program with active CPR/BLS, capable of maintaining sterile technique, communicating effectively, and contributing to a safe patient environment daily.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technician program.
• CPR/BLS certification required, maintained active.
• Ability to perform sterile technique and maintain a sterile field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for procedures by gathering instruments and supplies.
• Assist with instrument handling and sterile setup under RN Circulator.
• Ensure correct specimen handling per policy and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and needles.
• Participate in time-out safety procedures with the surgical team.

Skills

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality

Education

Accredited Surgical Technician Program

Job description

Job Description - Surgical Tech - Operating Room (Full Time, Days) (302123)

Job Description

Surgical Tech - Operating Room (Full Time, Days) - 302123

Description

Job Summary

Provides care to patients undergoing surgical intervention including preparing for procedures, and providing supplies and instruments during procedures and post-procedures clean-up.

Job Specific Duties

• Provides care to patients undergoing surgical intervention including preparing for procedures, providing supplies & instruments, and post-procedures clean-up.
• Prepares for all specimens handling within hospital guidelines and policy. Ensures proper handoff per surgery guidelines and delivery of specimens.
• Assists with patient care activities, count of instruments, planning and set up of sterile field) under the direction of RN Circulator.
• Checks and assembles supplies, equipment, and instrumentation prior to surgical procedure to promote a safe and sterile environment of care.
• Collaboratively works with Specialty RN to order instruments as needed thru the Surgical Services business office.
• Focuses on the needs of the physician in providing for instrument set up as recorded on preference card.
• Ensures patient safety by maintaining surgical counts for sponges, needles, and instruments as per surgical count policy.
• Promotes safety by actively participating in the "Time Out" process with the surgical team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technician program
• American Heart Association CPR BLS - must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to perform sterile techniques and maintain a sterile field
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and co-workers
• Able to complete basic competency list and specialized skills list for position
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions

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