CVOR Surgical Technologist
Seattle, WA
Thrive Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled CVOR Surgical Technologist to join our team in a fast-paced cardiovascular operating room environment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience and a valid Washington State license at the time of application.

Position Details

• Unit Type: Cardio Operating Room (CVOR)
• Number of Suites: 22, with capability to expand to 26 on 3 different floors
• Average Cases per Day: 50-65

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures while maintaining patient safety and a sterile environment.
• Prepare and assemble necessary surgical instruments and equipment.
• Scrub for a variety of procedures, including GYN, Urology, Vascular, Plastic, Ortho, Neuro, Cardiovascular, Thoracic, and General surgeries.
• Participate in team meetings and in-services.
• Fulfill call requirements as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Current Washington State license required at the time of submittal.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Registration with Washington State is mandatory; national certification for Surgical Tech is not required.
• Experience in scrubbing for at least one year is preferred, with cardiac experience being a significant advantage.
• Proficiency with the Davinci Xi surgical system for GYN, Urology, and General surgeries is required.

Work Environment

• Four 10-hour shifts, with variable days and start times between Monday and Friday.
• Consistent start times will be maintained for the same week.
• A 30-minute call response time is required, with a call room available.
• Travelers and staff will share weekend call responsibilities, which are 24-hour shifts on weekends.

Orientation and Training

New hires will undergo unit and departmental orientation, which includes a scavenger hunt facilitated by HR and OR leadership, followed by two days of training with a surgical technologist. Personal earphones are required for the online training during the first week.

Additional Information

The surgical team is known for its collaboration and willingness to educate. Many travelers find the environment engaging and choose to extend their assignments as long as possible.