Cvor Surgical Technologist

Job Summary:

The Surgical Services CVOR Technician provides specialized technical support in cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures within a Level II Trauma Center. This role involves preparing and assisting in complex surgeries such as CABG, AVR, MVR, and other minimally invasive and general surgeries. The technician must be adaptable, able to float to general OR cases, and support various surgical specialties while maintaining strict adherence to sterile techniques and surgical protocols. Strong collaboration with surgical teams and a commitment to patient safety and efficiency are essential.

• Perform singular scrub duties during cardiothoracic surgeries and assist in general OR cases as needed.
• Support surgical procedures including CABG, AVR, AAA, MVR, minimally invasive valve surgeries, VATS, mediastinoscopy, RATS, and carotid cutdowns.
• Assist with laser lead standby and CVL support during cardiovascular procedures.
• Participate in flexible endoscope reprocessing, preferably including bronchoscopes, EGD scopes, and EBUS.
• Maintain readiness for call shifts, providing surgical support during off-hours as required.
• Ensure compliance with sterile techniques, surgical protocols, and hospital policies.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to facilitate efficient case turnover and patient care.
• Adhere to charting requirements using EPIC and maintain proper documentation.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a CVOR or surgical technologist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Washington State license.
• Ability to work 4x10 hour day shifts with scheduled hours from 06:30 to 17:00.
• Willingness and ability to work at least 10 call shifts per month, covering hours from 17:00 to 06:30.
• Familiarity with cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures.

• National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification.
• Experience with OB/GYN, Plastic, ENT, Urology, Robotic, Orthopedics, Neuro/Crani, and Transplant surgeries.
• Experience with flexible endoscope reprocessing, including bronchoscopes, EGD scopes, and EBUS.
• Experience in minimally invasive surgical techniques and robotic surgeries.

• Must agree to at least 10 call shifts per month with call coverage from 17:00 to 06:30.
• Required to work 1-2 weekends per month.
• Must be a quick learner and willing to assist others with learning.
• Scrub color restrictions apply: no reddish orange permitted.
• Floating to general OR cases is expected.
• Locals not accepted; pending licenses are accepted with submission of RTO (Request Time Off) details.

• Work schedule consists of four 10-hour day shifts per week, generally from 06:30 to 17:00.
• Call shifts are mandatory, averaging at least 10 per month, covering evenings and overnight hours.
• Weekend work is required 1-2 times per month.