Operating Room Support Specialist
About the role
LivaNova Neuromodulation is seeking Operating Room Support Specialists to collaborate with neurosurgeons, epileptologists, and nurses supporting case coverage for our VNS Therapy System, which is FDA-approved for the treatment of refractory epilepsy. Whether you are an experienced nurse, operating room support specialist, or someone looking to be trained to enter the medical field, this is your opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients living with epilepsy.
Responsibilities
- Provide surgical case coverage in the OR during implantation of the Vagus Nerve Stimulator (VNS) Therapy System.
- Support operating room staff in product-related matters intraoperative, including VNS diagnostics, troubleshooting, and programming assistance.
- Communicate effectively in the OR environment.
- Understand the implantation, operating room, and credentialing process.
- Be available to work with short notice (1–2 days).
Requirements
- BS/BA degree or clinical technical/operating room environment experience.
- Ability to project a positive image.
- Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office software.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Maintain all required immunizations for healthcare employment.
Training
Underlying knowledge of the VNS Therapy System is not necessary right away; training on the Vagus Nerve Stimulator will be provided at our Houston corporate office, as well as procedural training as needed.
Work arrangement
- Field-based position requiring regular visits to hospital facilities.
- Compliance with hospital credentialing and access requirements.
- Travel requirements are limited with the potential for an occasional overnight stay.
- Part-time opportunity working no more than 29 hours per week.
- Reside within the territory.
Pay
A reasonable estimate of the hourly rate for this position is $60 per hour. Pay ranges may vary by location.