CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist
Chattanooga, TN
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,707/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical Technician (CST) - Operating Room
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Unit and Work Environment
- Unit: Surgery, Main Campus
- Number of Operating Rooms: 17
- Equipment used includes electrosurgical devices, Neptune suction, patient positioning devices, and advanced robotic technology.
- Documentation system: Meditech
- Schedule options: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Uniform: Scrubs provided
Procedures and Specialties
- Orthopedic and spine surgical procedures (previous experience required)
- Neurosurgical procedures including craniotomies (experience preferred but not required)
- Robotic procedures
- General surgery, urology, cardiovascular including open heart surgery
- Use of Synaptive Medical Modus V robotic digital microscope for neurosurgical procedures (unique technology in Tennessee)
Required Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with at least 1 year of experience
- Experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Experience circulating in orthopedic surgical procedures
- Experience circulating in spine surgical procedures
Additional Information
- Surgery Board Runner support available (unit secretaries and tech availability)
- No floating policy
- Patient ratios not applicable
- Opportunity to work with advanced surgical technology and experienced staff
This position is ideal for CSTs with orthopedic and spine OR experience seeking a travel assignment with exposure to advanced surgical technology and a variety of complex procedures.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Chattanooga, TN
As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Chattanooga, TN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chattanooga is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Chattanooga experiences average summer highs of around 89°F and winter lows of around 30°F, offering a mix of warm and cool seasons for outdoor activities.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chattanooga, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity among tourists and visitors.
- Chattanooga is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include CARTA buses and a free electric shuttle service in the downtown area.
- Chattanooga has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's flora and fauna.
- The city also has a notable population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities.
- Chattanooga offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art institutions, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls, Rock City, and enjoy the waterfront and the Tennessee Aquarium.
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