University of Miami

Miami

Under the direction of the medical and nursing staff, the Surgical Technologist Π (ST) performs duties related to the intra-operative process in accordance with established policies and procedures; anticipate the needs of the patient, surgeon and department; prepares and maintains sterile supplies, instrument, and equipment; adheres to strict aseptic technique and standard precautions; practices ethical and conscientious behavior in regard to aseptic technique.

Up to $7,500 Sign on Bonus

Work Location: UHealth Tower

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

(Indicate minimum requirements for the job and allow, in most cases, for equivalent work experience to substitute for formal education unless required by legislation, governmental regulations, or health care industry compliance standards.)

Education/Credentials/License and Certifications

a.         Formal Education (Check one level only):

_____ Eighth Grade and below

_____ Eighth to Tenth Grade

_____ High School Diploma preferred

_____ Two Year College Degree

____   Four Year College Degree (preferred)

__X__Graduate of Vocational Training Program in Surgical Technology

b.         Vocational/Technical School Training (Check all that apply):

_____ In-house programs in ___________________________

_____ One-year program in ___________________________

_____ Two-year program in ___________________________

_____ Three-year program in __________________________

c.         Certification/Licensure:

Current BCLS for Healthcare Provider Training

               

Work Experience:

(The time it would normally take a person working under normal supervision to learn the job, assuming that each element was supplied about as rapidly as the individual could absorb it.  Describe nature and number of years).

Completion of clinical requirements in Surgical Technology

3.        Other Required Skills:  (Expertise the individual must possess to perform day-to-day job duties.  May include equipment operation and proficiency level, technical proficiency, fluency in other languages, etc).

Good physical and mental health, ability to work under pressure, relate effectively with patients, hospital staff, physicians and visitors.

Must be able to follow directions accurately and pay attention to detail.

Demonstrates an ability to incorporate knowledge of a patient’s age, growth and developmental level into provision of patient care.

Quick, efficient hand-eye-coordination and manual dexterity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Describe job-related characteristics or abilities as they relate to specific functions of the position.  May include technical expertise, level of critical thinking required, interpersonal skills, sensory requirements, etc.)

                

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for assisting in the preparation of the surgical suite; creating and maintaining a sterile field; facilitating surgical case progress by  exhibiting quick, efficient manual dexterity in passing surgical instruments and supplies to the operative field.  The ST must exhibit ability to perform multiple tasks while simultaneously being detail oriented.  Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity is necessary to safely and correctly operate equipment, manipulate tubes, catheters and instruments. The primary method of communication is through the spoken word. However, the ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise manipulate information in a visual or auditory fashion is essential.  The ability to exercise independent judgment and to foster interdisciplinary team collaboration in order to achieve optimal customer satisfaction is necessary.

Technical Duties:  Proficient in math applications and use of spreadsheet   programs; ability to operate word processing equipment; advanced written                   communication skills including grammar, spelling, and punctuation; thorough                 understanding of all regulations regarding personnel practices.

Motor Skills:  Ability to input data to computer.

Interpersonal Skills:  Ability to interact with others in a professional, courteous,          tactful manner; ability to act as a consultant to management.

Mental Abilities:  Organize and prioritize; analyze situations and develop                    alternatives; analyze data and develop valid conclusions, develop clear, concise                policies, procedures and correspondence; provide clear direction to others;           manage duties in an environment of changing priorities and frequent deadlines.

Sensory Requirements:  Ability to communicate with others via telephone; ability                   to read written documents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

(Describe significant physical exertion as it relates to specific functions of the position.  May include walking, standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, etc.)

This position requires considerable amount of physical work not to exceed 50 pounds.  This work may involve but is not limited to lifting, carrying, pushing, or positioning of objects, equipment or patients.  Any work load exceeding 50 pounds will require assistance.  The individual must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch or bend in order to retrieve dropped items, read gauges and meters, or otherwise retrieve information from, at, or above floor level.  The individual must be able to maneuver quickly through hospital corridors, stairways, and rooms in response to patient emergencies and case requirements.  In the event of building evacuation, heavy lifting will be required to carry patients to safety.  Interpretation of the environment requires visual and auditory skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Environment:

The Surgical Technologist spends 100% of work hours in an air-conditioned environment.  The potential exist for daily exposure to infectious blood, body fluids, tissues, and other biohazardous materials such as cleansing agents, sterilizing agents, anesthetics, fixatives and bone cement.

Occupational Safety and/or Health Risks:

(Identify equipment/precaution required to protect the employee from occupational hazards and/or health risks).

Personal protective equipment including disposable gloves, gowns, masks, face shield, protective eyewear, one-way valve masks, shoe covers and aprons are available in the department.  Negative air flow is present in the OR’s; appropriate protective goggles are available for laser use.  A scavenger system for anesthetic waste removal is in place and bi-annual checks are performed.  Protective lead is available when x-rays are taken intraoperatively.   Appropriate receptacles are available for disposal of sharp objects and other biohazardous waste.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:                                            

AGE SPECIFICRESPONSIBILITIES

Applies physical age-specific care to applicable population as

documented by competency validation checklist:

a.         Children                                                                      

b.         Adolescents                                                                

c.         Adults                                                                         

d.         Geriatric                                                                      

Challenged/Disabled

Provides for the developmental needs of patients

according   to    their    developmental  stage   as

documented by competency validation checklist:                                             

a.         Children                                                                      

b.         Adolescents                                                                

c.         Adults                                                                         

d.         Geriatric                                                                      

Challenged/Disabled

Case Preparation:

Selects appropriate surgeon preference card(s) for assigned cases.      

If none available, prepares one at completion of case.              

Verifies case cart completion and/or  initiates timely collection   of  appropriate 

supplies/ instruments  as  directed  by  nursing   personnel.                  

Assures  room  cleanliness  and  assists with Preparation of assigned operating

room in a timely and efficient manner.                          

Adheres to established sterilization policies and procedures  as  evidenced

by ability to identify implement appropriate sterilization of equipment

and/or supplies.                                                          

Inspects all items for integrity and sterility prior to use.                                     

Opens and dispenses sterile instruments and supplies in accordance   with

established Aseptic Technique policy and procedure.

Prepares  for  and  performs  surgical   hand scrub   according established 

policy and procedure.

Dons sterile  gown gloves according  to established policy and  procedure.

Practices and ensures cost  effective measures are maintenance while preparing

for surgical procedure.

                                                                                   

          

Implementation:

Demonstrates ability  to  implement principles of aseptic technique in a variety

of circumstances and in accordance   with   established Aseptic Technique

policy and procedure.

                      

Prepares sterile areas in an organized, timely and efficient manner.        

                      

Maintains appropriate, professional  interpersonal relationships as

observed by supervisory personnel.                                                                 

Performs initial and all subsequent sponge, needle/sharps, and instrument

counts according to established policy and procedure.

                       

          

Anticipates   needs of surgeon / assistants as evidenced by advance

knowledge and preparation of pertinent instrumentation and/or supplies.           

                      

Exhibits quick, efficient, and purposeful manual in the preparation and

passing of sterile instruments and/or supplies.                          

          

Attentive to case progression and interprets hand signals as  evidenced by

anticipating surgical team needs.

                                                                       

Cares  for  and  identifies all  surgical  specimens according to established

policy and procedure.                          

Demonstrates ability to perform scrub responsibilities in all appropriate

surgical specialties.     

                                   

Accurately identifies and labels all medications used on the sterile  field 

as  evidenced by Adherence to established policy and procedure.                    

At  the  completion of  the surgical   procedure, Demonstrate knowledge

of accountability for and decontamination of  soiled  instruments as

evidence by adherence to established protocol.                       

Assists, as necessary, with activities related to the cleaning of operating rooms

and ancillary areas according to established Sanitation Policy and Procedure.                                       

Participates in hospital   risk   management program by reporting all unusual

occurrences according to policy.

          

14.        Demonstrates safe and correct restraint procedures in accordance with hospital policy.                                                 

          

15.        Attends   departmental   and / or unit-based meetings or acknowledges review of

note/ minutes on a weekly basis.

16         Adheres to established policy/procedure on Sanitation, Infection Control and

Standard Precautions in the performance of assigned responsibilities.

       

UHealth Tower Miami Florida University of Miami Job ID #R100075481.

Permanent Allied Health Professional - Surgical Technologist

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