Surgical Tech - CVOR CST

Cynet Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a CVOR Surgical Tech CST for a 13-week assignment in New Haven, CT. The position supports a Level I Trauma Center with day shifts totaling 36 hours per week, typically 12 hours from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. On-call requirements apply and travel may be possible.

Applicants must hold an active license, ACLS/BLS, and have a minimum of 2 years CVOR experience, with exposure to CABG, mitral valve replacement, and TAVR. Strong charting skills and aseptic technique are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of OR/CVOR experience.
• Experience with cardiac procedures (CABG, mitral valve replacement, TAVR).
• Active license required prior to start.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Work in CVOR within a Level I Trauma Center.
• Float within scope to meet facility needs.
• Perform duties in 12-hour shifts, with on-call responsibilities.
• Maintain patient safety and aseptic technique during procedures.

Skills

Charge experience

Patient ratio experience

Fire safety

Aseptic technique

Sterilization

Tools

Charting system

Job description

Surgical Tech - CVOR CST

Profession: Surgical Services

Specialty: Cardiac

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12 hours (07:00 - 19:30)

Experience: Minimum 2 years required

License: Must have active license prior to start

Certifications: ACLS, BLS

Must-Have:

• Previous charge experience
• Patient ratio experience
• Charting system experience

Description:This role is for a CVOR Tech.The position requires working 36 hours a week, typically in 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM.Alternatives include 40 hours per week or 2 shifts of 12 hours and 2 shifts of 8 hours.The CVOR Tech will be required to be on call for two 24-hour calls per week, either from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM or from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.Additionally, there will be one day per week where the technician may be required to stay late.First-time travelers may be accepted.The patient-to-staff ratio is approximately 1:2.Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must be from outside the area.Pending licenses may be accepted as long as the candidate has an active license before starting.If a candidate has any vacation plans during the period between their sign date and start date, this must be communicated early to ensure a realistic start date.Candidates must have experience with various cardiac procedures, including but not limited to Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), Mitral Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).Skills in fire safety, aseptic technique, and sterilization/disinfection are essential.The candidate must be able to float within the scope to meet facility needs.The work environment includes a Level I Trauma Center and requires the ability to manage a diverse patient population, including trauma and elective adult surgeries.Interdisciplinary support and a collaborative approach to patient care are fundamental to this role.Additional qualifications may be reviewed by the surgical team.