CVOR Surgical Technologist
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

Job Opportunity: CST/ORT - Operating Room

Location

• Asheville, North Carolina

Employment Type

• Travel assignment

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: Cardiovascular (CV) PreOp, Heart Tower (E Building)
• Number of Beds: 4
• Patient Ratio: 1:1
• Staffing includes RNs, CNC support, secretary, and manager shared with CVOR
• Equipment: GE Carescape Monitoring, Fuji ultrasound
• Documentation System: Cerner
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM
• On-call: Required to stay late 1-2 times per week
• Floating: Within scope of practice and experience

Job Description

• Must have CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) experience
• Critical care experience is mandatory; PreOp experience is a plus
• Work independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity patient area
• Perform procedures including:

  • Large-bore IV starts
  • Chin-to-toe hair removal
  • Medication administration
  • Skin assessment
  • Assist with arterial line, central line, and epidural placement
  • Transport patients to OR
  • Assist with induction/intubation, positioning, and skin prep
• Excellent communication skills with interdepartmental teams required
• Strong critical thinking skills needed
• BCMA and excellent documentation skills requested

Required Certifications and Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification
• Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Technologist experience with a minimum of 2 years, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Demonstrated competency as a Surgical Technologist or knowledge of USP 800 hazardous drug handling guidelines

Additional Information

• Dress code: Uniform provided
• The unit is recognized for high standards and uses advanced equipment and technology
• The hospital is a Level II trauma center with comprehensive specialty services including robotic surgery and cardiac care

This position is ideal for CSTs with cardiovascular OR experience seeking a travel assignment in a high-acuity, well-supported surgical environment.