Grammar LLC
Location
Houston, Texas
Salary
$54,000 - $850,000 / YEAR
Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical environment specifically for complex cardiovascular procedures. Assist surgeons by passing instruments and managing specialized equipment during open-heart and vascular surgeries.
Must be a Certified Surgical Technologist through NBSTSA or NCCT. Requires at least one year of experience as a Certified Surgical Technician in a CVOR setting.
+ Must a Certified Surgical Tech through the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or + National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Please include candidate CST# and expiration date. + Must have at least one year, to date, of CVOR Certified Surgical Technician experience. + Must have an updated resume - job history dates and units worked in must be accurate.
🏥 1. Operating Room Preparation
Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical environment Set up the operating room with specialized cardiac surgical instruments and equipment Ensure availability of heart-lung machine supplies and vascular instruments Check functionality of surgical equipment before procedures
🧼 2. Sterile Field Maintenance
Establish and maintain strict sterile technique throughout surgery Monitor for any breaks in sterility and take corrective action immediately Perform surgical hand scrubbing, gowning, and gloving
🔪 3. Assisting During Surgery
Pass instruments, sutures, and supplies to the surgeon and surgical team Anticipate surgeon’s needs during complex cardiovascular procedures Handle delicate instruments used in open-heart and vascular surgeries
❤️ 4. Specialized CVOR Support
Assist with cardiopulmonary bypass procedures (supporting perfusion setup) Handle grafts, vessels, and prosthetic devices carefully Prepare and manage supplies for procedures like: Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) Valve repair/replacement Aneurysm repair
🧪 5. Equipment & Technology Handling
Surgical lasers Endoscopic equipment Monitoring devices Ensure proper handling of high-tech cardiovascular instruments
📋 6. Instrument & Sponge Counts
Perform accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and needles Ensure nothing is retained inside the patient
🧍 7. Patient Care & Positioning
Assist with proper patient positioning on the operating table Help with skin prep and draping Ensure patient safety and comfort prior to surgery
🤝 8. Team Collaboration
Cardiothoracic surgeons Anesthesiologists Perfusionists Registered nurses Communicate effectively in high-pressure situations
🧫 9. Specimen Handling
Properly label and handle surgical specimens for lab analysis
🧹 10. Post-Operative Duties
Assist with wound dressing and closure support Clean and restock the operating room Prepare instruments for sterilization
📑 11. Documentation & Compliance
Document surgical procedures and supplies used Follow hospital policies and surgical safety protocols
⚠️ Key Skills & Focus Areas
Precision and attention to detail Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and procedures Ability to work in high-stress, critical environments Strict adherence to sterile technique and patient safety
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