Travel CVOR Technologist
Charleston, SC
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Summary: To provide safe care for patients by following established standards and practices in accordance with professional and hospital standards. The role involves constant interaction with internal and external customers, including patients, families, physicians, employees, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordination of Patient Care: Assist registered nurses in planning patient care, collaborate with health team members, and participate in performance improvement activities. Act in support roles during surgical procedures.
• Implementation of Patient Care: Maintain aseptic conditions, perform scrubbing duties, communicate patient information effectively, and account for all equipment and supplies used in patient care.
• Interpersonal Skills: Communicate with peers, health team members, patients, and visitors. Support teamwork within departments and resolve problems efficiently. Consistently meet customer service quality standards.
• Clinical Preceptor: Serve as a clinical preceptor in scrubbing, following orientation outlines and collaborating with patient care coordinators and clinical educators.
• Care of Environment and Equipment: Maintain cleanliness in the unit, ensure proper care of equipment used during surgical cases, and perform other job duties as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED with one of the following:
  • Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist educational program.
  • Completion of an approved Surgical Technology training program through U.S. Military Training Program.
• Certification: NBSTSA-Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to provide patient care and common safety hazards to establish a safe work environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and organize multiple tasks quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment Demands:

• Frequent standing for long periods, walking, bending, crouching, and stooping.
• Intermittent lifting, moving, or carrying of up to 50 lbs, with frequent use of hand dexterity.
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue, with possible exposure to infectious materials and communicable diseases.
• Moderate to high noise levels and work under potentially stressful conditions.

Must have cardiovascular operating room experience. Available for emergency calls and potential weekend and holiday shifts based on departmental needs.