What are the responsibilities and job description for the CVOR Surgical Technologist position at Equiliem?
- Checks daily assignment.
- Reviews surgical preference lists to clarify surgical routine and update preference lists as needed.
- Utilize resources to obtain needed supplies for the case.
- Checks table(s) for complete readiness for each procedure. Ensures all items needed for the case are present.
- Obtains physician's special instruments and sutures prior to start of the case.
- Demonstrates knowledge and dexterity in handling of special supplies and equipment and assures its proper functioning.
- Knowledgeable of the specifics of the surgical procedure and able to perform these tasks in an organized and efficient manner.
- Under the surgeon's supervision, assists with suctioning secretions, holding retractors, assisting with skin closure, cutting sutures and irrigating wounds.
- Circulates for operative procedures under supervision of R.N.
- At the end of procedure assist with site care.
- Cleanses operative site.
- Connects drainage tubes to appropriate devices.
- 2 years of experience minimum.
- Has contact with physicians, families, and other hospital personnel related to care of assigned patients.
- Sound judgment and knowledge of scientific principles must be used.
- Competency in selected skills is required through hospital provided instruction.
- Frequent exposure to stressful patient situations requires the ability to maintain composure in order to respond swiftly and effectively to patient needs.
- The Surgical Technologists demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education.
- The ST effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality.
- The ST maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth.
- The ST demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting.
- The ST is responsible for knowledge, use, care, and handling of surgical instruments.
Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 4x10s 6:15AM-4:45PM; Call is one 1st call per week (end of shift until 11:00 pm), maybe one 2nd call per week (end of shift until 7:00 pm). Weekend call is every 5-6 weekends and is from 3:00 pm (or end of shift) on Friday to 0615 on Monday morning. On the week following weekend call, there is overnight call on Monday night, Tuesday night, Wednesday night, and Thursday night (11:00 pm - 6:15 am). Transplant call is 2-3 12 hour calls per 4 weeks (12 hours overnight or 12 hours on the weekends). This call is only utilized in the case of a heart transplant. Required: 2 years of experience CVOR
About Equiliem HealthcareEquiliem Healthcare specializes in staffing clinical, non-clinical, and allied personnel. We excel in all levels, disciplines, and specialties within the healthcare spectrum. Our projects range from short to long term local and travel assignments. Equiliem has been recognized as a certified small business enterprise. In addition, we are proud that we have earned the prestigious Joint Commission accreditation for staffing firms and have been awarded Best in Staffing 4 years running by our employees and client partners.
Benefits- Medical Insurance
- Vision & Dental insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Discounts & Rewards
- Payroll Payment Options
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