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Job Opportunity: CST/ORT - Operating Room

Location: Dallas, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Seeking a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) for a Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) travel assignment. The role involves assisting in complex cardiovascular surgical procedures including:

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
Valve Replacement (AVR, MVR)
Impella 5.5 device support
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Thoracic surgeries
Heart Transplants
Dissections
Endovascular and Vascular procedures

Unit Information

Unit Type: Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
Number of ORs: 5 (3 open, 2 hybrid)
Staffing: Approximately 15 staff members
Shift: Day shift primarily; night shift on call
Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:1
Equipment: Standard OR equipment
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Meditech

Required Qualifications

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with a minimum of 1 year of recent experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Completion of annual compliance curriculum or orientation on the code of conduct, refresher on the code of conduct, acknowledgement forms for employee health and safety, training program for employee health and safety, de-escalation skills training in a healthcare setting, general orientation curriculum, assessment or self-assessment for surgical technologist skills, or understanding hazardous drug risk
Experience with Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
Experience with valve replacement procedures
Experience with Impella 5.5 device support
Experience with Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Experience with thoracic surgeries
Experience with heart transplant procedures
Experience with dissections
Experience with endovascular procedures
Experience with vascular procedures

Preferred Qualifications

CNOR certification (for nurses)
RN license (for nurses)

Typical Procedures

CABG
Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR)
Mitral Valve Replacement (MVR)
Aortic replacements
Vascular procedures
Heart transplants

Additional Information

Floating area includes Spine OR
Scrub attire provided for OR staff
Weekend and night coverage through call shifts
Best fit for candidates who align with a collaborative, patient-focused culture

Summary

This travel assignment is ideal for a CST with cardiovascular OR experience seeking a 13-week contract in Dallas, TX. The role requires proficiency in advanced cardiac surgical procedures and the ability to work in a fast-paced, specialized OR environment.

Facility

Medical City Heart Hospital

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About Dallas, TX

As a Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist in Dallas, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Dallas is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.

Weather

In the summer, average highs in Dallas reach around 96°F (35.6°C) with lows around 76°F (24.4°C).
In the winter, average highs are around 57°F (13.9°C) with lows around 37°F (2.8°C).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are readily available in Dallas, making it easy for travel nurses to find suitable accommodations.

Transportation

Dallas is a car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options include DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) buses and light rail for convenient commuting.

Demographics

Dallas is a diverse city with a wide range of demographics.
The population includes people of various ethnicities and age groups.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the air.
Dallas has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and medical centers.

Things to Do

Dallas offers a vibrant food scene with diverse cuisines, including Mexican, Cajun, and Texas barbeque.
The city also boasts a rich arts and culture scene with museums, art galleries, and music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy events at Cowboys Stadium, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden.

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