CVOR Surgical Tech IV - Night Shift, CT/Neuro OR Expert

aah; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist for full-time night shifts (Sunday-Tuesday 7P-7A) in the Surgery Department. The role requires a surgical technology background and BLS certification, with focus on sterile technique and OR support.

Responsibilities include assisting in equipment prep, instrument sterilization, and collaboration with the RN circulator. The candidate will work with complex procedures across neurosurgery, spine, cardiothoracic, vascular,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required.
• Current certification required through NBSTSA or NCCT
• 5 years of total operating room experience in surgical technologist role required; 2 years of specialized training in cardiothoracic required. Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to age-specific issues and data reflective of the patient's status.

Responsibilities

• Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment, and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
• Assigned to heightened specialized procedures: neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics.
• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
• Monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.
• Serves as a preceptor, and a clinical resource to others.
• Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects and oversees service lines as needed.

Skills

Surgical technology

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Surgical Technology certification

Military Operating Room Specialist training

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist for full-time night shifts (Sunday-Tuesday 7P-7A) in the Surgery Department. The role requires a surgical technology background and BLS certification, with focus on sterile technique and OR support.

Responsibilities include assisting in equipment prep, instrument sterilization, and collaboration with the RN circulator. The candidate will work with complex procedures across neurosurgery, spine, cardiothoracic, vascular,