The Surgical Technologist (CVOR) provides technical support and prepares patients and equipment for cardiovascular surgical procedures under the surgeon's supervision. They maintain sterile fields, assist during surgeries, manage instrumentation and inventory, and participate in new team member orientation. This role requires specialized certification and ongoing education to ensure safe and effective surgical support in cardiovascular and trauma cases.
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Job Summary
The Surgical Tech-CVOR is responsible for providing technical support in the care and preparation of patients undergoing Cardiovascular surgical procedures. Works under the direct supervision of the Surgeon. Functions as an important member of the surgical team in the operating room and at times solo scrubs all levels of CVOR and trauma cases. Must be able to take call, including weekends.Job DescriptionBONUS
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Accountabilities* Provides technical assistance to surgical staff in the preparation of patients for surgery and in the preparation of
CVOR equipment, instruments and supplies. Responsible for maintaining inventory control, Surgeons' preferences
and instrumentation needs. 15%
* Assists surgeon at the sterile field with routine and specialty surgical procedures. 15%
* Utilizes data from surgical preference cards for the surgical procedure and surgeon. 15%
* Maintains sterile field during surgical procedures. Adheres to accepted standards for provision of safe patient care
in the surgical environment.15%
* Demonstrates understanding of age-related characteristics and needs of patients served. 10%
* Demonstrates respect for patient rights and acts as a patient advocate. 10%
* Communicates with the surgical team to assist with coordination and provision of surgical patient care. 5%
* Assists in the orientation of new team members. 5%
* Complies with policies addressing safe working conditions; reports unsafe working conditions. 10%
Supervisory/Management ResponsibilitiesThis is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.
Minimum Requirements
Successful completion of a Surgical Technology program or Surgical Technologist training in the U.S. Armed Forces.
No previous experience required.
Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses
CST - Surgical Technologist Certification with NBSTSA or NCCT certification accepted if ST was employed as a ST in S.C. prior to January 1, 2008, or completed a ST military training program.
In Lieu Of The Above Minimum Requirements
In lieu of the education requirement only, must be current with mandatory 15 hours annually of ST continuing education AND either have been employed as a ST in S.C. prior to Jan. 1, 2008, OR have completed a ST military training program.
Team members employed in this job prior to July 1, 2020, without surgical tech certification that are grandfathered under South Carolina law are not required to obtain certification but are required to complete 15 hours annually of continuing ST education.
Other Required Skills
Prepares setup and scrubs new technology procedures such as (TVAR) Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement, (LVAD) Left Ventricular Assist Device, Impella Implantation, Ablation Devices, Transmyocardio Laser, Cardio Assist Devices and Endovascular cases. Must have an understanding of the Heart Lung Machine and its function with the cardiovascular system in regard to cannulation of the patient - required.
Other Job Requirements
Basic Computer Skills
Completes 15 hours of mandatory ST education annually - Required
Maintains surgical technology certification - Required
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)Location
Greenville Memorial Med CampusFacility
1008 Greenville Memorial HospitalDepartment
10086160 Operating RoomShare your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular operating room, Sterile technique, Surgical instrumentation, Patient preparation, Trauma surgery, Operating room support, Surgical certification, Healthcare, Surgical team
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