CVOR Surgical Technologist (CST)
Asheville, NC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical Technician (CST/ORT) - Travel Assignment

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Specialty: CST/ORT with CVOR experience
• Employment Type: Travel assignment
• Certification: Certified Surgical Technician (CST) certification is mandatory
• Experience: Must have CVOR experience and at least 2 prior travel assignments
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
• On-Call: Required to stay late 1-2 times per week
• Floating: Within scope of practice and experience

Unit Details

• Unit Name: CV PreOp
• Unit Type: Critical Care / Pre-Operative
• Number of Beds: 4
• Patient Ratios: 1:1
• Staffing: RNs, CNC support, secretary, manager shared with CVOR
• Equipment: GE Carescape Monitoring, Fuji ultrasound
• Documentation System: Cerner

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Certifications: BLS and CST required
• Critical Care Experience: Must have critical care experience; PreOp experience is a plus
• Skills:

  • BCMA (Bar Code Medication Administration)
  • Excellent documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
  • Strong critical thinking skills
  • Excellent communication skills with interdepartmental teams

Procedures Performed on Unit

• Large-bore IV starts
• Chin to toe hair removal
• Medication administration
• Skin assessment
• Assist with arterial line, central line, and epidural placement
• Transport patients to OR
• Assist with induction/intubation, positioning, and skin prep

Additional Information

• Dress Code: Uniform provided
• Work Environment: High-acuity critical care setting with advanced procedures
• Hospital Recognition:

  • Level II trauma center
  • Comprehensive stroke center
  • Level III neonatal intensive care unit
  • Magnet® Designation for nursing excellence
  • Recognized for high clinical quality and patient safety

This role is ideal for experienced CSTs with CVOR background looking for a challenging travel assignment in a highly regarded hospital setting.