Surgical Tech: Sterile Field & Instrument Specialist

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaushealth in Miami, FL is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team. The role involves preparing for procedures, handling instruments and supplies, and assisting with sterile field setup under RN guidance.

Ideal candidates are graduates of an accredited surgical technician program with BLS/CPR and the ability to maintain instrument counts and ensure patient safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technician program.
• American Heart Association CPR BLS - must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
• Able to perform sterile techniques and maintain a sterile field.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to patients undergoing surgical intervention including preparing for procedures, supplies and instruments, and post-procedures cleanup.
• Prepares for all specimens handling within hospital guidelines and policy; ensures proper handoff and delivery of specimens.
• Assists with patient care activities, count of instruments, and setup of sterile field under RN Circulator.
• Checks and assembles supplies, equipment, and instrumentation prior to the procedure to promote a safe, sterile environment.
• Collaborates with Specialty RN to order instruments as needed through Surgical Services.
• Focuses on physician needs for instrument setup as recorded on the preference card.
• Maintains patient safety by tracking counts of sponges, needles, and instruments per policy.
• Promotes safety by participating in the 'Time Out' process with the surgical team.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Teamwork

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Accredited surgical technician program

Job description

Nicklaushealth in Miami, FL is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team. The role involves preparing for procedures, handling instruments and supplies, and assisting with sterile field setup under RN guidance.

Ideal candidates are graduates of an accredited surgical technician program with BLS/CPR and the ability to maintain instrument counts and ensure patient safety in a fast-paced environment.