Certified Surgical Tech-CST | CVOR Experience Required

CornerStone Medical; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CornerStone Medical is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a 13-week travel assignment in Plano, TX. The role requires CVOR experience, CST credential, and BLS certification, with shifts totaling 40 hours per week (2x12s and 2x8s).

The ideal candidate will scrub and assist during surgeries, maintain sterile technique, and support the surgical team in a fast-paced operating room across specialties. Travel assignment offers competitive hourly pay of $65/hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Surgical Tech experience in CVOR.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA or NCCT.
• Current BLS Certification (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms, instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies for surgical procedures.
• Scrub and assist during surgeries while maintaining sterile technique.
• Anticipate surgeon and surgical team needs throughout procedures.
• Perform surgical counts of instruments, sharps, and sponges according to policy.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and operative site preparation.
• Handle and process surgical specimens according to protocol.
• Ensure proper functioning of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Clean and restock operating rooms following procedures.
• Prepare contaminated instruments for transport and sterilization.
• Adhere to AORN, OSHA, infection control, and hospital safety standards.

Skills

CVOR experience

CST credential (NBSTSA/NCCT)

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – Travel Assignment Plano, Texas

$65/hour | $2,600 Weekly 13-Week Travel Contract State-of-the-Art Heart Hospital CornerStone Medical is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for an exciting 13-week travel opportunity in Plano, TX. If you're a skilled surgical professional who thrives in a fast-paced operating room environment and enjoys working across a variety of specialties, we want to hear from you!

Available Shifts

Work Schedule: 2x12s (0630-1900) and 2x8s (0630-1500) Call Required: 5-6 call shifts per month

Position Summary

The Surgical Technologist plays a vital role in the intraoperative phase of patient care, assisting surgeons and nursing staff to ensure safe, efficient surgical procedures. This position is responsible for maintaining a sterile environment, preparing surgical instruments and supplies, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and supporting positive patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms, instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies for surgical procedures
• Scrub and assist during surgeries while maintaining sterile technique
• Anticipate surgeon and surgical team needs throughout procedures
• Perform surgical counts of instruments, sharps, and sponges according to policy
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and operative site preparation
• Handle and process surgical specimens according to protocol
• Ensure proper functioning of surgical instruments and equipment
• Clean and restock operating rooms following procedures
• Prepare contaminated instruments for transport and sterilization
• Adhere to AORN, OSHA, infection control, and hospital safety standards

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Surgical Tech experience in CVOR
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA or NCCT
• Current BLS Certification (AHA Only)
• Specialty: CVOR