CVOR Tech

Surgical Technologist – Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

Location: Paducah, KY

Contract Duration: 26 weeks

Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (call every other night and every other weekend)

About the Role

The facility's Cardiovascular and Thoracic Operating Room needs an experienced Surgical Technologist to serve as primary scrub for complex cardiac and thoracic procedures. You'll work alongside cardiothoracic surgeons, perfusion specialists, and OR nurses in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up sterile field with specialized cardiac and thoracic instruments; maintain sterility throughout procedures
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments during CABG, valve repairs/replacements, aortic repairs, TAVR, TEER/MitraClip, thoracotomies, robotic cases, and related procedures
• Perform accurate instrument, sponge, and sharps counts before, during, and after each case
• Coordinate with perfusion team on cardiopulmonary bypass setup and management
• Assist with draping, patient positioning, and specimen handling
• Perform post-case decontamination, instrument breakdown, and room turnover
• Collaborate with circulating RN and surgical team to ensure safe case flow
• Maintain compliance with OR policies, mandatory education, and competency assessments

Required Qualifications

• Diploma from accredited Surgical Technology program (or comparable military training)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential
• BLS certification
• Minimum 7 years surgical tech experience; 1+ year CVOR/cardiac surgical tech required
• Strong knowledge of cardiac/thoracic procedures, specialized instrumentation, and cardiopulmonary bypass
• Willingness to float to other specialties as needed
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills