Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - CVOR (Days)

MedlinkHealth Anesthesia; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates is seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist (CVOR CST) to join our surgical services team. In this role, you will assist cardiovascular surgeons and perioperative staff during complex procedures, maintain a strict aseptic environment, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety in the operating room.

You will perform intraoperative scrub support, maintain sterile fields, support safety and teamwork, and ensure equipment and supplies are

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or five consecutive years of surgical technologist training/experience, or an LPN with surgical technologist experience (preferred).
• Active BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required.
• Clinical experience in Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Intraoperative scrub support: assist surgeons during cardiovascular procedures, passing instruments and supplies.
• Sterile field and aseptic maintenance: prepare and maintain sterile environments before, during, and after procedures.
• Safety and teamwork: collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and circulating staff to ensure accurate surgical counts and OR safety.
• Equipment and supply readiness: inspect, prepare, and troubleshoot cardiovascular instruments and equipment prior to procedures.

Skills

Surgical asepsis

Team collaboration

Adaptability under pressure

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

LPN with surgical technologist experience (preferred)

Job 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.