1 New Mexico Operating Room (OR) Jobs
Travel Allied (Surgical Tech) - Operating Room
$1,587/wk
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Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
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Required Credentials: Completion of a Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required. Certified Surgical Technologist or LVN/LPN license required.
Preferred Skills/Experience: 2 or more years of experience preferred. Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas, including but not limited to transplants, open heart, urology, neurology, titanium rib, and robotics, is highly preferred.
Special Requests: Any employment gaps greater than 90 days must be explained.
Unit Details: Assists with preparing and caring for pre-operative patients, including preparing patient skin for surgery, maintaining aseptic technique, transporting patients to and from the OR suite, positioning patients according to surgery type, identifying and caring for biological specimens, and setting up the OR with tables, instruments, and supplies according to case type. Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs direct patient care and assistance in the OR prior to and during surgical procedures; establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed. Uses Epic.
Shift & Scheduling: Weekend requirement applies. On-call required.
Operating Room (OR) Job Responsibilities
Operating Room clinicians, both nurses and allied health professionals, play a vital role in the comprehensive care of patients across the lifespan who undergo surgical procedures. OR clinicians are responsible for tasks such as patient assessment and education, ensuring optimal patient positioning, adhering to infection prevention standards, and collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team. It's worth noting that working within the OR itself is one specialization within the broader perioperative area, which also encompasses professionals working in the preoperative, perianesthesia, and post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) areas. Whether you're a nurse or an allied health professional, Trusted offers a gateway to lucrative travel opportunities in the Operating Room!
Operating Room (OR) Travel Allied Jobs in New Mexico
Operating Room (OR) healthcare professionals, including both nurses and allied health professionals, are in high demand across the United States as the number of surgical cases continues to rise. OR travel jobs are available in various healthcare settings, including hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers situated in urban, suburban, and rural areas. Job descriptions for OR professionals emphasize the need for strong assessment skills, the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and a steadfast commitment to patient safety and advocacy. In the fast-paced OR environment, where surgical plans can change abruptly, professionals must possess the confidence and agility to respond swiftly. Take the next step in your career and apply for a high-paying OR travel job today.