Certified CVOR Surgical Technologist

Trinity Health; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Muskegon, MI is seeking a CVOR Surgical Technologist to support the open heart team in a busy cardiovascular surgery program. The role requires assisting surgeons, maintaining strict aseptic technique, and participating in all perioperative phases.

Full-time, day shift, 36 hours weekly; 8 or 10 hour shifts; weekend/holiday scheduling per CBA; on-call required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Surgical Technologist experience

Cardiovascular/Open-heart experience

Computer literacy (email, e-learning)

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

AS degree in Surgical Technology (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:

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.