Surgical Technologist - First Assist
North Chesterfield, VA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs
$2,040/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Opportunity: CST/ORT - First Assist
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Specialty & Experience Requirements
- Specialty: CST/ORT (Certified Surgical Technologist / Operating Room Technician)
- Required Years of Experience: 2 years
- Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
Required Skills & Experience
- Robotic surgery experience (required)
- Orthopedic surgery experience (required)
- Neuro/spine surgery experience (required)
Certifications & Licenses
- Virginia State License (required)
- OR First Assist Certification (required)
- BLS Certification (required)
Work Environment & Unit Information
- Unit: Operating Room (OR)
- Number of ORs: 16
- Staffing: One team per OR consisting of RN, Surgical Assistant (SA), and Surgical Tech on day shift; tapering teams on evening shift
- Call: Approximately 2 call shifts per week, including weekday nights and weekends (primary and backup)
- Patient Ratios: 1:1
- Equipment: Robotics, neurosurgery, general surgery, plastics, urology, orthopedics
- EMR System: Meditech
- Typical Procedures: All surgical procedures except transplant and cardiac surgery
- Dress Code: Hospital-provided scrubs
- Floating Areas: None
Personality & Work Style
- Best fit: Team player
This position is ideal for a CST/ORT with strong robotic, orthopedic, and neuro/spine surgical experience looking for a travel contract in a busy OR setting with a supportive team environment.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
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Richmond, VA
About
Located on the banks of the James River, Richmond, Virginia, is a historic city known for its beautiful architecture, rich history and scenic river views. In addition to historical landmarks such as the State Capitol building and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond is also home to several excellent colleges and universities, including the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University. For a taste of local Southern flavor, check out Max Downtown for a delicious farm-to-table meal or stop by The Tobacco Company Restaurant for some of the best ribs around. Richmond’s cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an even more appealing destination for thrifty locals and visitors.
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