Certified CVOR Surgical Technologist

trinityhealth; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Muskegon, MI seeks a CVOR Surgical Technologist for a full-time day shift. The position is 36 hours per week with a mix of 8- and 10-hour shifts, and required on-call for open-heart cases.

The technologist passes instruments and supplies, maintains aseptic technique, assists surgeons, and supports the cardiovascular team during procedures. Reprocessing duties include decontamination and sterilization, with attention to safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Must complete an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• CPR certification within one month of hire.
• NBSTA Surgical Technologist certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and residents by passing instruments and supplies.
• Maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Identify and address breaches in aseptic technique.
• Perform reprocessing, including decontamination and sterilization.

Skills

Surgical support

Aseptic technique

CPR

Team communication

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

Associate degree in Surgical Technology (preferred)

NBSTA certification within 1 year of hire

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: 36 hours per week; variable shifts 8 hr shift; 6:30a-3:00p and 10hr shifts; 06:30-5:00p Weekends and holidays to be scheduled in accordance with CBA. Call required

What the CVOR Surgical Technologist Will Do:

• Provides assistance as necessary to surgeons and residents by selecting, organizing, anticipating and passing surgical instruments, medical supplies, equipment, and provides retraction under the direction of the surgeon.
• Maintains highest standard of aseptic technique during all operative procedures, including surgical attire, surgical hand scrub, surgical gowning of self and team, surgical gloving of self and team, boundary between sterile and non-sterile areas, and traffic patterns.
• Identifies breaches in aseptic technique and implements interventions for resolution.
• Performs all phases of reprocessing including decontamination, tray assembly, sterilization, documentation, and problem resolution for parameter failure.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What the CVOR Surgical Technologist Will Need :

• Minimum Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program
• Preferred Associate of Applied Science Surgical Technology.
• Certification or re-certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within one month of hire.
• NBSTA Surgical Technologist certification within 1 year of hire.
• Familiarity with standard desktop and windows-based computer system , including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation.
• Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.
• Must have at least one (1) year of inpatient Surgical Technologist experience
• Preferred one (1) year of Cardiovascular Services experience or open-heart surgery experience.
• Must be able to take required call for the open- heart team.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.