Highlights
Strong CVOR background is needed across all specialties – ability to work independently with minimal guidance in the following cases: CABG, TAVR, Valve replacements, Thoracic cases are robotic (lobectomy, hernia repair), Generator exchanges, Lead extractions, Heart transplants, Fem-Pop Bypass. Must document pain level, before and after (1 hour for oral) giving pain medications - The pain score must also meet the pain score with nth medication order i.e. if a patient has a score of 8, the RN cannot give the Tylenol that is ordered for mild 1-3.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Milwaukee, WI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $2,448–$2,528 Per Week |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | http://www.talentburst.com/ |
Description
Title: CVOR Surgical Technologist
Location: Milwaukee Wisconsin 53215
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 8hr Day Shift (40)
Shift Information: 1100-1900, M-F with rotating call requirements
Clinical Interviewing- Yes
On Call, Call Back Requirements: Rotating call assignments based on current staffing levels - generally about 1 weekend per month and 3-4 overnight shifts per month.
Weekend Rotation: 1 weekend of call per month.
Holiday Requirements: n/a
Floating Requirements: None - only CV, Thoracic, & supporting interventional cases.
About Facility
- Level III Trauma Center
- Magnet Designation
- Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Beds: 938
General Information
- Beds: 8 CVOR
On average 10 cases/day
Experience: RN, ORT, Surgical Assist - 2 years; Anesthesia Tech: 1 year
First-time traveler: No, would not recommend for first time travelers
Patient Types:
- Cardio and Thoracic surgeries – CABG, TAVR, Valve replacements, Thoracic cases are robotic (lobectomy, hernia repair), Generator exchanges, Lead extractions, Heart transplants, Fem-pop bypass
- Surgical team will always have (2) RN s per case – Circulator and Med RN – travelers will only circulate
Patient Ratios: 1:1
Required Certifications:
- RN: BLS
- ORT: BLS; Graduation from accredited school (required); CST (preferred)
- Surgical Assist: BLS, Graduation from accredited school (required); CSFA (preferred)
- Anesthesia Tech: BLS
Skills required
- Strong CVOR background is needed across all specialties – ability to work independently with minimal guidance in the following cases: CABG, TAVR, Valve replacements, Thoracic cases are robotic (lobectomy, hernia repair), Generator exchanges, Lead extractions, Heart transplants, Fem-Pop Bypass
- Experience in fast paced environment
- Anesthesia Tech: in addition to the above skills, must be able to operate machines for Blood Gasses, TEE s, and Ultrasounds – specific knowledge of certain machines isn t necessary, just know how to operate
Support on the Unit:
- Department Supervisor & Manager
- Team Lead, without case assignment
- Anesthesia available, 24/7
- Surgical Assistant Lead – assist with instrumentation, preference cards
- House Supervisor, 24/7
- Weekend support: Small weekend program staff – shared Supervisor for all OR s (Main/CVOR), other RN s/techs/FA s
Charting System/Equipment:
- EPIC (required) – not required for Anesthesia Tech
- Alaris
- Pyxis
- Davinci XI
Floating:
- None
- Anesthesia Tech: will float between CVOR, Main OR, and Cath LAb
Orientation: 2 weeks of orientation
Scheduling:
- Start times –
- RN: 0500-0630
- Tech/SA: 0530-0630
- Anesthesia Tech: 0530
- Weekend rotation: On call only, see details below
- Can we approve time off: Up to 7 days – request approval for any additional time
- On Call:
- Once per month, weekend 24h call Sat/Sun 0700-0700
- End of Shift Call up to once/week
- 30 min response time
- No sleep room available
- Holiday Expectations: Holidays are on-call only, as needed.
- AAH adheres to a fatigue policy where all staff, including travelers, cannot work more than 60 hours in a week or 5 consecutive 12 hour shifts
Other notes or things you want us to check/verify:
- Scrub Color: Provided
- Must document pain level, before and after (1 hour for oral) giving pain medications - The pain score must also meet the pain score with nth medication order i.e. if a patient has a score of 8, the RN cannot give the Tylenol that is ordered for mild 1-3. The RN must call for an order if the patient wants Tylenol for the score of 8.
- Parking: Free
- Cafeteria and Starbucks on site for staff
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About Company
For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.
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