Surgical Tech (Per Diem)

Larkin Health; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the perioperative team in South Miami. The role involves preparing the OR, instruments, and sterile field for operative procedures under the direction of the RN, passing instruments, and maintaining sterile technique to support patient safety.

Colleagues include surgeons, anesthesia personnel, and other perioperative staff to ensure efficient and safe procedures through all phases of the perioperative process.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal Surgical Technology program or equivalent.
• Graduation from a CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited program is preferred.
• An associate degree in Surgical Technology or related field is preferred.
• Experience in an acute-care hospital operating room is preferred.
• Experience scrubbing procedures in multiple specialties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room, instruments, supplies, and sterile field for procedures.
• Function primarily in the scrub role and assist surgeons during operations.
• Pass instruments, maintain sterile technique, and support counts.
• Collaborate with RN, surgeons, anesthesia personnel, and perioperative team for patient safety.

Skills

Surgical asepsis

Sterile technique

Operating room policies

Anatomy/physiology terminology

Surgical instrumentation

Dexterity

Team communication

Patient safety

Education

Formal Surgical Technology program

CAAHEP/ABHES accredited program (preferred)

Associate degree in Surgical Technology or related healthcare discipline (preferred)

Previous acute-care OR experience (preferred)

Scrubbing experience across multiple specialties (preferred)

Job description

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POOL South Miami, FL, US

Job Summary:

The Surgical Technologist is an integral member of the perioperative surgical team responsible for assisting in the preparation and performance of surgical procedures while maintaining a safe, sterile, and efficient operating room environment. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse and in collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia personnel, Surgical Assistants, and other members of the perioperative team, the Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room, surgical instruments, supplies, equipment, and sterile field for operative procedures. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role, anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passes instruments and supplies during procedures, maintains sterile technique, assists with surgical counts, and supports patient safety throughout the perioperative process.

Position Qualifications/Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Successful completion of a formal Surgical Technology program or an equivalent education/training pathway recognized by an accepted national surgical technology certifying organization.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) preferred.
• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or a related healthcare discipline preferred.
• Previous Surgical Technologist experience in an acute-care hospital operating room preferred.
• Previous experience scrubbing surgical procedures in multiple specialties referred.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or other hospital-approved provider required.
• Current nationally recognized Surgical Technologist certification, including one of the following:
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST®) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); or
  • Tech in Surgery – Certified, TS-C (NCCT) through the National Center for Competency Testing.
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST®) through NBSTSA preferred.

Skills/Requirements:

• Knowledge of surgical asepsis and sterile technique.
• Knowledge of operating room policies, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, terminology, and procedural sequence.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, equipment, supplies, sutures, medications, and implants commonly used in operative procedures.
• Ability to identify surgical instruments and their appropriate uses.
• Ability to anticipate surgeon and surgical team needs during operative procedures.
• Ability to organize and maintain an efficient sterile field.
• Understanding of surgical counts and prevention of retained surgical items.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and Standard Precautions.
• Knowledge of appropriate handling of surgical specimens.
• Knowledge of appropriate handling and preparation of reusable surgical instruments.
• Understanding of manufacturer's instructions for use as applicable to surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail during lengthy surgical procedures.
• Ability to function effectively in stressful, urgent, and emergency situations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced perioperative environment.
• Ability to recognize breaks in sterile technique and respond appropriately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, anesthesia personnel, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Ability to accept direction and work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary surgical team.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate professional conduct at all times.