Surgical Tech - CVOR CST

CVOR Tech

Assist with cardiovascular cases, including CABG, valves, and vascular procedures. The unit accepts first time travelers. Call is required, with a frequency of 25%-33%. The patient population includes adults and geriatrics. Daily census averages around 3 patients. The unit typically has 2 operating rooms and 160 beds. Interdisciplinary support includes IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretaries. Common procedures in the unit include CABG, AVR, MVR, and TAVR. Staff is expected to follow safety protocols including fire safety, aseptic technique, laser safety, radiation safety, sharps safety, and specimen handling. Familiarity with universal protocols, including time-out procedures, is essential.