Surgical Technician - Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
About The Position
Step into the operating room with purpose — join us as a Surgical Technician and play a vital role in patient care, precision, and teamwork every day! How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department • EPIC electronic charting system Do you have questions about this specific role? Click here to schedule time with the recruiter for this position. About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services Here, we’re committed to a different way to make a difference. Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, nurses, employees, board members, and volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than one in three New Mexicans. We are part of New Mexico's history and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come. Connect with the Presbyterian Recruiting Team! FIRST, we want to make sure you’re in the right place. To provide you with the most accurate job recommendations and updates, please choose the appropriate Career Portal: For Physicians, Midlevel Providers and Advanced Practice Professionals, connect with us here: Provider Career Site For Nursing Professionals (LPN & RN), connect with us here: Nursing Career Site For All Other Career Types, please continue the sign up process on this page
Requirements
- HS Diploma or GED required
- HS Diploma or GED plus short-term training in operating room setting or graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required.
- Current BLS required.
- Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment.
- Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
- Minimum of three years experience in a hospital operating room.
- Certification Required- or minimum of 10+ years of experience and skillset to perform all specialties.
Nice To Haves
- Previous CVOR experience HIGHLY preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides assistance and support to surgeons by preparing and providing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the Operating Room.
- Works under the supervision of the surgeon.
- Facilitates a safe, effective and orderly operating room to maximize patient safety.
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
- Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
