Description

American Traveler seeks a First Assist CST for a CVOR position requiring vein harvesting competency and independent proficiency with the Maquet Hemopro 2 system.

Details

• Hospital-based CVOR unit for open heart procedures with 3 beds and a staff of 15
• 1:1 patient ratios
• Day shift schedule, Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
• On-call required after hours and on rotating weekends
• Floats to Main OR as needed
• Typical procedures include CABG, valve repairs/replacements, TAVR standby, laser lead standby, thoracic robotic-assisted surgery, and general emergent open-heart procedures

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• BLS certification required
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
• State licensure required if applicable
• Must function as a First Assist (FA)
• Must be competent and independent in vein procurement using the Maquet Hemopro 2 system
• CVOR experience required

Additional Information

• Perform vein harvesting and assist in a range of open-heart surgical procedures
• Work as part of a collaborative CVOR team supporting complex cardiovascular cases
• Hospital-issued scrubs required for dress code
• No local candidates accepted; a 50-mile radius rule applies with no exceptions