Certified Surgical Tech Pediatric CVOR

Cedarparktexasedc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension's Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, TX is seeking a Surgical Tech to support the CVOR team in a fast-paced pediatric environment. This full-time, day-shift role focuses on sterile technique, instrument handling, and assistive duties during complex cardiovascular and neurosurgical procedures.

You will prepare and calibrate suites, anticipate surgeon needs, and help ensure patient safety through precise counts and careful positioning of pediatric patients.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date or job transfer date (AHA or Red Cross accepted).
• Surgical Tech credentialed from NCCT or NBSTSA prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the safe, efficient execution of complex pediatric cardiovascular and neurosurgical procedures in a high-acuity CVOR environment.
• Prepare and calibrate specialized pediatric cardiovascular and neurosurgical suites with sterile and non-sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Provide direct surgical assistance by anticipating surgeon needs, handing instrumentation, and aiding in hemostasis during delicate pediatric operations.
• Assist in preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping pediatric patients while adhering to strict age-specific anatomical and safety protocols.
• Organize instruments systematically and perform continuous, precise counts of supplies and instruments throughout procedures to uphold patient safety.

Education

Associate's/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Department/Specialty: CVOR

Schedule: Day shift | Full time | 40 hours per week

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Facilitate the safe, efficient execution of complex pediatric cardiovascular and neurosurgical procedures in a high-acuity pediatric CVOR environment.
• Prepare and calibrate specialized pediatric cardiovascular and neurosurgical suites with sterile and non-sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Provide direct surgical assistance by anticipating surgeon needs, handing instrumentation, and aiding in hemostasis during delicate pediatric operations.
• Assist in preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping pediatric patients while adhering to strict age-specific anatomical and safety protocols.
• Organize instruments systematically and perform continuous, precise counts of supplies and instruments throughout procedures to uphold patient safety.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.