Allied Health - CVOR CST

McLendon Leadershi; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McLendon Leadership is seeking a CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to support cardiovascular surgeries. The role emphasizes suturing, tissue handling, and maintaining sterile fields in complex open-heart cases.

Ideal candidates will have cardiovascular procedure experience, sterile technique expertise, and comfort with EHR documentation (Epic). This position focuses on CVOR environments and surgical team collaboration.

Qualifications

• CSFA certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in cardiovascular procedures and CVOR settings is required.
• Proficient sterile technique and infection control.
• Familiarity with Epic or similar EHR systems.

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.

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.