Travel Surgical Tech/ORT - CVORT

Newsandtribune; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist with CVOR experience for a hospital Cardiovascular Operating Room position in Charleston, SC. This travel assignment requires a CST, BLS, and a CVOR background, with a 12-week duration and day shift from 0630 to 1500.

The role includes 2-3 weekday call shifts and weekend calls, Cerner EMR usage, and potential float to a sister hospital. Housing allowances and licensure reimbursements are provided.

Qualifications

• NBSTSA-Certified CST required.
• BLS certification required.
• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist educational program or approved U.S. Military Surgical Technology training program.
• Must have CVOR experience with cardiac, vascular, and hybrid case experience.
• Active SC or compact license required if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the registered nurse in planning and coordinating patient care during surgical procedures.
• Create and maintain asepsis and perform scrubbing duties throughout surgical cases.
• Communicate patient information to appropriate team members and maintain accountability for equipment and supplies used during procedures.
• Support teamwork and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with peers, patients, and visitors.
• Serve as a clinical preceptor for scrubbing duties as needed, following orientation guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper care of equipment used during surgical cases.

Skills

Surgical Tech CST (NBSTSA)

BLS Certification (AHA)

CVOR experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Surgical Technologist program or US military training

Job description

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist with CVOR experience for a hospital Cardiovascular Operating Room position requiring cardiac, vascular, and hybrid case experience.

Requirements

• NBSTSA-Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required
• BLS certification required (AHA)
• High School Diploma/GED required
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist educational program or approved U.S. Military Surgical Technology training program
• Must have CVOR experience with cardiac, vascular, and hybrid case experience
• Active SC or compact license required if applicable
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, crouch, and stoop for long periods
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Frequent reaching, twisting, and use of hand/finger dexterity required
• Corrected hearing and vision to normal range required

Responsibilities

• Hospital-based Cardiovascular Operating Room unit
• Day shift schedule from 0630-1500
• 12-week assignment at 40 hours per week
• Requires 2-3 weekday call shifts and every 3rd-4th weekend call
• Uses Cerner EMR for charting
• May float to a sister hospital nearby
• Assist the registered nurse in planning and coordinating patient care during surgical procedures
• Create and maintain asepsis and perform scrubbing duties throughout surgical cases
• Communicate patient information to appropriate team members and maintain accountability for equipment and supplies used during procedures
• Support teamwork and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with peers, patients, and visitors
• Serve as a clinical preceptor for scrubbing duties as needed, following established orientation guidelines
• Maintain cleanliness and proper care of equipment used during surgical cases
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, and infectious materials is expected in this role
• Work under stressful conditions and irregular hours as needed based on department demands
• Must live more than 50 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates will not be accepted
• Travelers may remain on assignment for up to one calendar year from their initial start date, after which a 30-60 day break is required before returning to a new assignment

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-747075

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