Surgical Technician Labor and Delivery

CMP01 Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Healthcare spending accounts

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Technician to support operating room teams on day and night shifts.

You will assist in positioning patients, prepare sterile setups, and ensure instruments and supplies are ready for procedures, maintaining strict aseptic technique. Ideal candidates have CPR certification, a high school diploma, and 1–2 years of experience with minimally invasive surgery, with competency across general, gynecological, and cardiovascular

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• High School Diploma required; accredited program preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience with minimally invasive surgical procedures.
• Competent in General, Gynecological and Cardiovascular Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Assists in positioning and transferring of patients.
• Prepares, maintains, and monitors sterile set-up.
• Dispose of linens, gloves, and sharps in appropriate containers.
• Transports instruments to decontamination area and checks equipment before cases.
• Maintains sterile field until dressings are applied and imaging is completed.
• Reports equipment issues to charge nurse and ensures safety protocols.

Skills

CPR Certification

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate from an accredited program preferred

Job description

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Department

Job Description Summary: Day and night shift available

Position Responsibilities

• Assists in positioning and transferring of patients.
• Prepares, maintains, and monitor sterile set-up.
• Dispose of linens, gloves, and sharps in appropriate containers.
• Transports instruments in appropriate manner to decontamination area.
• Prior to case, checks function of equipment and instruments.
• Reports broken equipment/instruments to charge nurse of the service and the core desk.
• Assures maintenance of sterile field until dressings are applied, x-rays are taken, and/or patient is out the room.
• Points out break in sterile technique of self and/ or team members to the RN circulator immediately.
• Handles contaminated items in appropriate manner by placing them in red bags or linen bin.
• Replace equipment and supplies used intra-operatively insuring that they are in good working order.
• Insures completeness of instruments trays before and after a case.
• Removes all instruments from sterile drapes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper care and handling of specialty instruments.
• Establish and maintain a neutral zone when passing sharps on the sterile field to prevent exposure/injury to self and others.
• Adheres to personal protective equipment protocol at all times.
• Wear eye protection when scrubbed at the field.
• Identifies and labels all medication on back table.
• Inspect sterile packages, containers, and trays for integrity prior to placing on sterile field.
• Checks case supplies according to surgeon's preference list.
• Maintains current CPR status and surgical technician certification.
• Assists surgical service assistants with room turnover by disposing of surgical debris in biohazard bags.
• Identifies specimens verbally when passing them off to the circulator.
• Facilitates and monitors patient safety by providing a safe environment.
• Removes and put away unused supplies and sutures after each case.
• Demonstrates competence and specialize in at least 1 major service, demonstrating competency, willingness and flexibility to work in other services as requested.
• Demonstrates willingness to precept as needed.

Qualifications

• License/Registration/Certification CPR Certification required.
• Education High School Diploma.
• Graduate from an accredited program preferred.
• Experience 1-2 years previous experience of minimally invasive surgical procedures.
• Competent in General, Gynecological and Cardiovascular Surgery.
• 5-7 years experience within healthcare environment.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!

Degree Requirements

Certification: More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.