Certified Surgical Technologist - CVOR

Surgery Partners, Inc; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Falls Clinic Hospital in Great Falls, MT, seeks a skilled Surgical Tech to maintain the sterile field in the OR and support complex cardiovascular and cardiothoracic procedures, including open-heart cases.

The role requires certification as a Surgical Tech, Montana nursing license (LPN), and BLS within 6 months. You will assist with instrument turnover, setup, and equipment care in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing or Surgical Tech program.
• Certification from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.
• Current Montana LPN Nursing License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the sterile field in the operating room and ensure aseptic technique.
• Assist surgical team by passing instruments, sutures, and sponges during CVOR, open heart procedures.
• Support prompt turnover of surgical cases and proper case setup.
• Care for surgical instruments and equipment as directed by OR RN, providers and management.

Skills

Sterile technique

Asepsis

Medical terminology

Surgical equipment handling

Education

Surgical Tech Certification

Montana Nursing License (LPN)

Job description

At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth.

Position Overview

Responsible for maintaining the sterile field in the operating room, being constantly vigilant to see that proper aseptic techniques are utilized to prevent contamination and infection. Required to assist the surgical team as the sterile member who passes instruments, sutures, and sponges during complex vascular, cardiovascular, and cardiothoracic procedures. To include open heart procedures. Assists with prompt turnover of surgical cases, case setup and proper care of surgical instruments and equipment. Performs delegated patient care duties. Receives direction from: Operating Room RN, Providers, Anesthesia Providers, and Nursing Manager. Gives direction to: Instrument Processor.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing or Surgical Tech program

Experience

• 2-3 years as a CVOR Certified Surgical Tech, required
• 1-2 years of experience as a Certified Surgical Tech in other specialties (General, Ortho, Urology, ENT, GYN, etc.), preferred.

License/Certifications

• Certification from an accredited Surgical Tech Program
• Current Montana Nursing License (LPN only)
• BLS or obtain within 6 months of hire

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Basic medical terminology and anatomy, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills
• Use of usual and customer equipment used to perform essential functions of the position

Notice Of Pre-employment Screening Requirements

• Criminal background check
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening

About Us

In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice. We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment and innovation/technology.

About Great Falls

Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Great Falls and Great Falls Clinic Hospital are for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.