A Certified CVOR Surgical Technologist opportunity is available in Savannah, GA at a 600+ bed regional medical center that serves as the area's only Level I trauma center and houses the region's only children's hospital, with specialty focus areas including heart care, cancer care, trauma care, and high-risk newborn care.
The role. Working under the direct supervision of the circulating OR RN, the CVOR Surgical Technologist assists the operating surgeon throughout cardiac surgical procedures. Core responsibilities include setting up and managing instruments, equipment, and supplies for all surgical procedures; preparing and cleaning instruments for terminal sterilization; and assisting with patient positioning and transport. The technologist performs instrument and sponge counts with the circulator prior to the operation and before incision closure, and supports patient preparation between cases by assisting in room turnover.
What we're looking for.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology
• Experience in OR required
• One to two years of CVOR experience is required
• Must hold current certification in Surgical Technology
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
Schedule. Full-time position with day shifts on 10- or 12-hour shifts beginning at 6:30 AM, rotating weekends, and on-call requirements dependent on schedule.