Cvor Surgical Technologist

Job Summary:

The Cardiothoracic Operating Room Technician (CVOR Tech) provides specialized surgical technology support in cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries, assisting in procedures such as CABG, AVR, AAA, MVR, and minimally invasive valve surgeries. This role requires skilled scrub assistance, flexible support across general surgery and other specialties, and adherence to strict call and shift schedules. The CVOR Tech collaborates closely with surgical teams to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality patient care in a Level II Trauma Center environment.

• Prepare and maintain the sterile field and surgical instruments for cardiovascular and thoracic procedures.
• Provide singular scrub support during cardiothoracic cases and assist in general OR cases as needed.
• Support surgical teams during complex procedures including CABG, AVR, AAA, MVR, VATS, mediastinoscopy, RATS, and carotid cutdowns.
• Assist with flexible endoscope reprocessing, preferably including bronchoscopes, EGD scopes, and EBUS.
• Maintain readiness to respond to call shifts, providing surgical support during off-hours.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, sterile techniques, and safety protocols.
• Assist with learning and mentoring new staff as needed.

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a surgical technologist, preferably in cardiovascular/thoracic surgery.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Valid Washington State license.
• Ability to perform singular scrub duties in cardiothoracic surgeries.
• Willingness and ability to work call shifts, with a minimum of 10 call shifts per month.
• Ability to float between cardiovascular/thoracic and general operating rooms.

• National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification.
• Experience with flexible endoscope reprocessing, including bronchoscopes, EGD scopes, and EBUS.
• Familiarity with a broad range of surgical specialties including OB/GYN, Plastic, ENT, Urology, Robotic, Orthopedics, Neuro/Crani, and Transplant surgeries.

• Must agree to work at least 10 call shifts per month covering hours from 17:00 to 06:30.
• Required to work 1-2 weekends per month.
• Shift hours are 06:30 to 17:00 for day shifts.
• Scrub color is flexible except reddish orange is not permitted.
• Must be a quick learner and willing to assist with training others.
• Local candidates not accepted; pending licenses are considered.

• 4x10 day shift schedule, Monday through Thursday, 06:30 to 17:00.
• Call shifts required at least 10 times per month, covering evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Weekend shifts required 1-2 times per month.