CVOR Technologist
Elizabethtown, KY
Prime Staffing
5x8 hrs

ID: 64206763 Shift: First Shift CVOR CSTUrgent NeedCall is every other weekend and every other dayBHPAD-Surgical Se Description: Job Summary:The Surgical Technologist serves as a primary scrub person or assistant for operative procedures.Job Responsibilities:--35% Surgical Prep:-Scrubbing into cases.-Make sure instruments and supplies are available for the scheduled case.-Setting up cases ensuring that all instruments are thoroughly sterilized.-Maintain the sterile field during case set up.-Alerts the circulating nurse of any identified risks or variance from standard operating procedures.--35% During surgical cases:-Passes instruments.-Assists physician as needed.-May be asked to assist physician to cut suture material. -May be asked to apply electrocautery to clamps on bleeders under the direct supervision of the surgeon.-Instrument, Sponge and sharps counts.-Maintain sterile field throughout case.-Draping and assist circulating RN with patient positioning.-Collaborates with the circulating nurse to carry out appropriate interventions.--20% Post case clean up:-Works with circulating nurse, and orderlies to perform post-case cleaning duties.-Is responsible for gross decontamination of instruments including breaking down instruments for further cleaning in Central Sterile Processing.-Responsible for following all standards for instrument transport and return to Central Sterile.-Will notify appropriate leader if there are any damaged instruments at the end of the case.-Ensures surgical suite is disinfected and ready for the next procedure.-Check par levels and ensure room is fully stocked for the next case.--10% Hospital policies and procedures:-Completes all mandatory hospital education.-Maintains compliance with all HR and Employee Health requirements.-Follows all safe practices in the OR and completes the age specific annual assessment of competency documents. Schedule Notes:CVOR CSTUrgent NeedCall is every other weekend and every other dayBHPAD-Surgical Services---Surgery includes 15 OR suites (hybrid and cardiothoracic), plus support areas such as PACU, sterile supply, pharmacy, offices, and scheduling. The department delivers coordinated, high-quality surgical care.Skills: Required Skills & Experience:-Seven (7) years of experience.-Accepts responsibility for words, actions, attitude, and results while meeting deadlines and performance expectations.-Practices effective, clear, and respectful communications (both verbal and written) and demonstrates attentiveness through active listening and engaged body language.-Collaborates, respects, and cooperates with all co-workers, valuing differences and addressing concerns directly, while actively contributing to the vision and results of the team.-Warmly, personally, and professionally greets all internal and external customers, promoting a high level of satisfaction by providing information about what to expect, actively listening, and intentionally following up on questions and concerns, including taking corrective action when necessary.Preferred Skills & Experience:-N/A Education: Required Education: -Technical Diploma from Surgical technologist accredited program.OR-Comparable military training.Preferred Education: -N/ARequired Certifications & Licensure:-BLS-Certified Surgical Tech (CST) certification.Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-N/AJob Category: Clinical-Allied Guaranteed Hours: 40 Contract Weeks:120