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Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
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Hours: 40 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jul 19, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler seeks an NBSTSA-certified Surgical Technologist with cardiovascular experience for a hospital CVOR unit position in South Carolina.
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Work in a hospital CVOR unit averaging 6 cases per day
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Cardiovascular patient population requiring open heart and vascular surgeries
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Day shift schedule, 06:00–14:30
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Weekday hours with weekend call requirements
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13-week contract
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Minimum of 1 year of surgical technology experience
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Hospital CVOR experience required, with confidence performing open heart and vascular cases
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NBSTSA certification required — this is the only surgical tech certification recognized in South Carolina
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BLS certification from the American Heart Association
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License required if applicable
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Work under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures
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Ensure OR rooms, supplies, and equipment are available and prepared to support efficient perioperative processes
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Maintain sterile instruments, sutures, and equipment necessary for each surgical procedure
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Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping according to department and hospital standards
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Establish and maintain the sterile field throughout the procedure
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Perform initial and additional instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with the circulator
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Participate in surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure
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Prepare and pass off specimens as appropriate
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Assist with lifting, turning, and positioning patients using proper body mechanics
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Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization and assist with terminal cleaning of the OR
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Use standard precautions and appropriate PPE when handling hazardous substances, including blood and body fluids
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Demonstrate competency in emergency management, infection control, environment safety, communication, and perioperative patient care
