Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Phoenix, Arizona
Banner Estrella Medical Center
$1,387-2,365/weekMedical Solutions Allied will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical Tech (CST)
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Requirements
Experience:
- Minimum 24 months (2 years) of current Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) experience required.
Certifications:
- Active NBSTSA certification required at time of submission.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Certifications must be from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Licensing:
- Must have a valid driver's license (not Arizona-based).
- Verification of license must show no hits or issues at time of submission.
Vaccinations:
- Flu vaccination required (declinations can be applied for). Vaccination status must be included in submission notes.
Return to Office (RTO):
- RTO requests will not be approved within the first week of assignment or during holidays.
- RTO cannot exceed 7 days.
Background and Compliance:
- Must adhere to specific background requirements and attest to compliance immediately.
Submission Requirements:
- Complete Banner Cover Page with all requested information.
- Resume must include all facilities worked at, facility size, bed count, trauma level, and units.
- Skills checklist specific to Operating Room discipline required.
- Driver’s license copy required.
Travel Experience:
- Prior travel experience is preferred but not required.
Facility Overview
- Full-service medical campus with 317 all-private beds.
- Services include heart care, emergency services, general surgery, weight loss surgery, medical imaging, orthopedic surgery, and comprehensive maternity services.
- Recognized with Magnet® designation for nursing excellence.
- Offers complementary therapies such as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care, Reiki Therapy, and relaxation classes.
- Designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for patients and families.
Additional Notes
- Candidates with an Arizona driver's license will not be considered.
- Start date should be on or very soon after the order start date.
- All shifts, departments, and locations the candidate is willing to work must be clearly listed in the submission.
- Candidates should be pre-closed and ready to accept the assignment.
- Non-billable hours adjusted to 16 hours per assignment.
- Assignments may be canceled with 7 days written notice without penalty.
Facility
Banner Estrella Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Banner Estrella Medical Center
Pros
Wonderful Team, Administration really strives to make team members feel valued. Banner Estrella is the main location, also meaning Star, Administration there believe that it is part of their mission to lead by example for there other Banner locations. It's a beautiful site, great cafeteria, good employee discount on food/gift shop. Name brand Coffee Shop inside (Starbucks or Petes). They have stars leading up from the parking garage with their missions/goals. If you are part of their CARES team you will absolutely be spoiled. Cath lab, Radiology, Endo, Surgery/Post OP.
Cons
I have nothing negative to say about working here, unfortunately, I went back to school and had to quit! It's wonderful. Not all Banners are made equally.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 305 beds
About Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Phoenix is slightly lower than the national average, with affordable housing and reasonable grocery and transportation costs.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
- Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Phoenix, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Many furnished housing options cater to the seasonal influx of visitors and snowbirds.
- Phoenix is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the sprawling metro area.
- Phoenix has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and occasional heat-related illnesses.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Phoenix due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Phoenix offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, from Southwestern cuisine to international flavors.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy world-class golf, major league spring training games, and outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby mountain reserves.
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