Description

American Traveler seeks an OR First Assist specializing in cardiovascular surgery for a hospital operating room, requiring independent vein harvesting expertise and EVH certification.

Details

• Operating Room unit position with 10-hour day shifts from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• On-call responsibilities including weekday coverage from end of shift until 7:00 AM the next morning
• Weekend and holiday call coverage from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM the following day
• First Assists will also cover surgical tech responsibilities as needed throughout the week

Requirements

• BLS certification required
• CFSA through CAAHEP or CST through ABHES required (NBSTSA also accepted)
• EVH certification through NSAA or ABSA required
• Minimum 3 years of cardiovascular surgery experience required (nonnegotiable)
• Must be able to independently perform vein harvesting
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Provides direct support to surgeons during surgical procedures, including positioning and prepping patients
• Uses instruments such as retractors and sponges to ensure clear surgical site visibility
• Controls bleeding and closes surgical sites using sutures or staples
• Dresses wounds and collaborates with surgical team on post-operative care
• Candidates must live outside a 60-mile radius of the facility
• Local candidates will not be considered