About this role
First Assist CVOR CSTFA/CSFA – 13-Week Contract Assignment (w/possible extensions)
ATC Healthcare of Las Vegas
Day Shift | 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM
13-Week Assignment @ $72 an hour (W2)
ATC Healthcare of Las Vegas is seeking an experienced CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSTFA/CSFA) for a 13-week hospital assignment with a large acute care facility. This position requires a highly skilled cardiovascular surgical professional with recent open-heart surgery experience who can independently function as a First Assist and perform endoscopic vein harvesting.
Responsibilities
- Serve as First Assistant during cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures.
- Independently perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) utilizing the Maquet Hemopro 2 System .
- Assist with CABG, valve, vascular, thoracic, and other cardiovascular procedures.
- Provide exposure, tissue handling, hemostasis, suturing, vessel preparation, and wound closure.
- Maintain sterile field and ensure compliance with all surgical safety standards.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, perfusionists, and OR staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
Required Qualifications
Current CST certification (NBSTSA)
Current CSFA or CSTFA certification
Minimum 2 years recent CVOR experience
Recent First Assist experience in cardiovascular surgery
MUST be competent and independent in endoscopic vein harvesting
MUST have experience utilizing the Maquet Hemopro 2 System
MUST have open-heart/CABG experience
Current BLS certification
Preferred Experience
- High-volume CVOR programs
- Valve replacement/repair procedures
- Vascular and thoracic surgery
- Travel or contract assignments
Position Highlights
13-Week Assignment
Day Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Large Acute Care Hospital
Weekly Pay
Competitive Compensation
Potential for Extension
Apply today with ATC Healthcare of Las Vegas and bring your advanced CVOR First Assist and vein harvesting expertise to one of Southern Nevada's premier cardiovascular surgery programs.
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