Allied Health - CVOR CST

McLendon Leadershi; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McLendon Leadershi in Mason City, IA is seeking a CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to provide advanced support during cardiovascular surgeries. The CSFA will perform suturing, tissue retraction, and hemostasis in open-heart and vascular cases.

Ideal candidates will have CSFA certification, experience in CVOR settings, strong sterile technique, and the ability to document procedures in Epic. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork with surgeons and perioperative staff to ensure

Qualifications

• CSFA certification required.
• Experience in cardiovascular ORs or CVOR preferred.
• Strong sterile technique and infection control.
• Proficient in documenting procedures in EHR (Epic).

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with suturing and hemostasis in CVOR procedures.
• Prepare CVOR with sterile instruments and supplies.
• Maintain sterile fields and infection control.
• Monitor patient vital signs during surgery.
• Document procedures in EHR systems like Epic.
• Collaborate with surgical teams.

Skills

Suturing

Sterile technique

Cardiovascular surgery

EHR (Epic)

Team collaboration

Vital signs monitoring

Education

CSFA certification

Tools

Epic EHR

CVOR instruments

Job description

Overview

The CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) provides advanced support during cardiovascular surgeries. CSFAs perform suturing, tissue retraction, and hemostasis in complex open-heart and vascular cases. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cardiovascular procedures and sterile techniques, with experience in CVOR settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with suturing and hemostasis in CVOR procedures.
• Prepare CVOR with sterile instruments and supplies.
• Maintain sterile fields and infection control.
• Monitor patient vital signs during surgery.
• Document procedures in EHR systems like Epic.
• Collaborate with surgical teams.

This role is essential for successful cardiovascular surgical interventions. Experienced surgical assistants aiming to specialize in CVOR are encouraged to apply for this Certified Surgical First Assistant position.