CVOR Surgical Technologist – Cardiovascular

SSM Health; Missouri; On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

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Job summary

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital in Missouri is seeking a CVOR Surgical Technologist to support a high‑volume cardiovascular operating room team. You will assist in complex cardiothoracic, transplant, and structural heart procedures across multiple CVOR suites, with opportunities to work with advanced technology and ongoing education.

RNFAs are utilized for robotic and cardiac procedures, and while there is no RNFA training program, the hospital offers excellent learning and

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience.
• Six months' experience as a CVOR surgical technologist or two years' of surgical technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates and plans individualized care for the patient based on advanced knowledge of the cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) surgical case and anticipates unexpected patient and surgeon needs.
• Assists CVOR surgical cases by running the table and assisting the surgeon at an expert level utilizing the principles of surgical asepsis, infection control, universal precautions, and life safety.
• Maintains an orderly and organized work environment and takes responsibility for the maintenance and care of specialty equipment and assists the team to meet both quality and efficiency outcomes.
• Demonstrates expertise in the operation and function of instrumentation and equipment for cases in the CVOR.
• Maintains all specialty instrument sets, understands appropriate sterilization methods, and acts as a resource and mentor to non-specialty staff on specialty equipment and instrumentation.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience

Job description

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital in Missouri is seeking a CVOR Surgical Technologist to support a high‑volume cardiovascular operating room team. You will assist in complex cardiothoracic, transplant, and structural heart procedures across multiple CVOR suites, with opportunities to work with advanced technology and ongoing education.

RNFAs are utilized for robotic and cardiac procedures, and while there is no RNFA training program, the hospital offers excellent learning and