Surgical Tech - CVOR CST
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Surgical Technologist
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 5x8 Days
Hours per Shift: 40
Experience: Minimum 2 Years Required
License: North Dakota License - May be registered as an Unlicensed Assistive Person, RN, or LPN
Certifications: Unlicensed Assistive Person - Technician (UAP/T)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Must-Have:
- Strong cardiovascular operating room experience
- Minimum of 2 years experience in the specialty
- Travel experience required, preferably 3 completed assignments
Description:
The Surgical Technologist works as part of the team delivering surgical care in the operating room.
This position specializes in heart and vascular services.
The technologist possesses knowledge and skills in sterile and aseptic techniques.
They have expertise in a broad variety of surgical procedures and instrumentation to anticipate and assist the surgeon throughout the procedure.
The technologist organizes and prepares case set-up prior to the start of each case according to standard operating procedures.
They assist the Registered Nurse with circulating duties including prepping, retrieving supplies, and printing pictures.
The role involves cleaning, assembling, operating, and caring for instruments, supplies, and equipment used in specialties.
This includes bronchoscopy and EGD equipment.
They assist in the orientation and training of second heart scrubs.
Patient care is provided according to diagnosis/procedure, utilizing procedure cards and following established hospital policies and procedures.
The technologist documents procedure changes on cards following each case.
They are responsible for ordering and stocking supplies.
The role includes printing procedure cards and assisting the Registered Nurse during on-call cases.
Participation in measuring and monitoring quality indicators and outcomes is expected.
The individual acts as a subject matter expert for vascular and endovascular procedures.
They identify and communicate unusual techniques and instruments required for surgery, including complex life-saving devices and equipment.
Additional duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the department or organization.
