CVOR Surgical Technician - Cardiovascular OR Expert

North Mississippi Health Services; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a CV Surgery Unit Surgical Technician. The role requires mastery in handling and maintaining surgical instruments, ensuring sterility, and preparing procedures with supplies and equipment.

You will assist surgeons during cardiovascular procedures, perform counts, maintain sterile fields, decontaminate equipment, and support the surgical team in high-pressure settings. Requires teamwork, communication, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Attends required in-services and educational programs.
• Understanding of trauma care protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular care protocols.
• Ability to work under high pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CVOR and ensure sterile instruments are ready.
• Perform surgical sponge, needle, and instrument counts as policy.
• Assist surgeons during cardiovascular procedures.
• Decontaminate, clean and sterilize instruments for reuse.
• Restock supplies and communicate effectively with the team.

Skills

Surgical instrument handling

Sterile techniques

Team communication

Calm under pressure

Surgical counts

Observation skills

Patient advocacy

Tools

CVOR equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a CV Surgery Unit Surgical Technician. The role requires mastery in handling and maintaining surgical instruments, ensuring sterility, and preparing procedures with supplies and equipment.

You will assist surgeons during cardiovascular procedures, perform counts, maintain sterile fields, decontaminate equipment, and support the surgical team in high-pressure settings. Requires teamwork, communication, and adherence to hospital policies.