- Salary
- $52 – $60/hr
- Location
- Norman, Oklahoma
- Type
- Temporary
- Department
- IT
- Seniority
- Mid
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist (CVOR CST)
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist (CVOR CST) to join our surgical services team. In this role, you will assist cardiovascular surgeons and perioperative staff during complex operative procedures, maintain a strict aseptic environment, and ensure the highest standards of patient safety throughout the operating room.
Key Responsibilities:
- Intraoperative Scrub Support: Assist surgeons directly during cardiovascular surgical procedures, anticipating surgical needs and passing specialized instruments, sutures, and supplies accurately and efficiently.
- Sterile Field & Aseptic Maintenance: Prepare operating rooms, set up sterile instrument tables, and rigorously maintain an aseptic environment before, during, and after procedures.
- Safety & Teamwork: Collaborate seamlessly with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and circulating nurses to perform accurate surgical counts and uphold strict operating room safety protocols.
- Equipment & Supply Readiness: Inspect, prepare, and troubleshoot specialized cardiovascular surgical instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education & Training:
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program, OR five (5) consecutive years of surgical technologist training/experience, OR an LPN with at least one (1) year of surgical technologist experience [Preferred].
- Certifications:
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association [Required].
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through NBSTSA [Preferred].
- Clinical Experience:
- Demonstrated clinical experience in Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) procedures [Required].
- Core Competencies: Mastery of aseptic technique, specialized knowledge of cardiovascular instrumentation and anatomy, strong teamwork, and calm precision in high-acuity surgical environments.
Skills
BLS