CVOR Surgical Technologist — Open-Heart Scrub & Growth

HiredFirst; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

HiredFirst in Salem, VA is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CVOR) to support cardiovascular operating room procedures in a fast-paced Heart Center. The role requires scrubbing cardiovascular procedures including open heart surgeries and collaborating with an experienced surgical team.

We offer a full-time day shift with rotating weekends, on-site at a 500+ bed acute care hospital, with a $15,000 sign-on bonus and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program is required or grandfathered per state regulations.
• Active Virginia Surgical Technologist registration/license required.
• Minimum of 1 year cardiovascular scrub experience required.
• 1–2 years scrub or hospital experience preferred.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Scrub and assist during cardiovascular surgical procedures, including open heart cases.
• Prepare instruments, supplies, and sterile fields for procedures.
• Maintain the sterile field and surgical environment throughout procedures.
• Assist with room turnover and preparation for upcoming surgeries.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia staff, and surgical team members.
• Ensure equipment functionality and report issues promptly, and maintain patient safety and infection prevention standards.

Skills

Cardiovascular scrubbing

Sterile technique

Surgical instrumentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Infection control

Equipment maintenance

Medical terminology

Stand and lift 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Education

Surgical Technology program

Job description

HiredFirst in Salem, VA is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CVOR) to support cardiovascular operating room procedures in a fast-paced Heart Center. The role requires scrubbing cardiovascular procedures including open heart surgeries and collaborating with an experienced surgical team.

We offer a full-time day shift with rotating weekends, on-site at a 500+ bed acute care hospital, with a $15,000 sign-on bonus and competitive hourly pay.