A hospital in Winchester, Virginia is seeking a CVOR CST Tech to join its cardiovascular operating room team. This is an on-site clinical position supporting complex cardiovascular surgical procedures.
The CST Tech supports cardiovascular surgical procedures in the operating room, including open-heart and vascular cases. Core responsibilities include scrubbing in on procedures, anticipating surgeon needs throughout each case, and maintaining sterile field integrity during complex cardiac surgeries. This role demands precision, focus, and a thorough understanding of cardiovascular surgical instrumentation and workflow.
Key Responsibilities
Scrub in on cardiovascular surgical procedures, including open-heart and vascular cases
Anticipate surgeon needs and provide timely instrumentation throughout each procedure
Maintain sterile field integrity during complex cardiac surgeries
Prepare surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies prior to each case
Assist with patient positioning and procedural setup in the cardiovascular OR
Follow established safety protocols and infection control standards at all times
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the broader surgical team to ensure smooth case flow
Ensure proper care and handling of surgical instruments and specialty equipment
Qualifications
Certification as a Surgical Technologist required
Cardiovascular operating room experience required
Benefits
$15,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance: $5,000 for distances of 50 to 300 miles, $7,500 for distances over 300 miles