Surgical Tech - CVOR CST

Cynet HealthStaff; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Surgical Tech to support CVOR/CST assignments in the Richmond area. The role focuses on cardiac and thoracic procedures, including ECMO and robotic cases, and requires a valid state license, BLS/ACLS, and 2+ years hospital experience. Shifts run 07:00–15:00 with on-call weekends.

Candidates should scrub for CABG, valve, and a range of thoracic procedures, and must be capable of ECMO exposure. Advanced skills in thoracic surgery and robotic cases are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a hospital setting.
• Valid state license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Experience scrub for cardiac cases (CABG, valve).
• Experience in ECMO and thoracic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Scrub for cardiac cases including CABG and valve procedures.
• Assist in thoracic surgeries and ECMO cases.
• Support da Vinci assisted lobectomies and VATS.
• Take weekend call.

Skills

Cardiac scrubbing

Thoracic surgery support

ECMO familiarity

Weekend call readiness

Tools

Da Vinci robot

Job description

Surgical Tech - CVOR CST

Profession: CST/ORT

Specialty: Operating Room

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 07:00-15:00

Hours per Shift: 36

Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a hospital setting

License: Must have a valid state license

Certifications: BLS, ACLS required

Must-Have:

• 2 years of experience in a hospital setting
• Proficient in scrubbing cardiac cases requiring bypass and related procedures in the mediastinum
• Skilled in thoracic surgery cases including da Vinci assisted surgeries, open thoracotomy, VATS, and procedures initiating ECMO
• Ability to take call, including weekends

Description:Candidates must have 2 years of experience in a hospital setting.

A valid state license must be obtained prior to submission.

BLS and ACLS certifications are required.

The unit operates from 06:30 to 15:00.

Call starts at 15:00 when assigned.

Weekend call is required on assigned Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Advanced skills needed include the ability to scrub for a variety of cardiac cases, from CABG to valve replacement.

Experience with the repair of aortic dissections and TAVR is essential.

Candidates should also possess skills in thoracic surgery procedures, including da Vinci assisted lobectomy, wedge resections, and mediastinal lymph node biopsy.

Familiarity with ECMO procedures is necessary.

Scrubs will be provided by the facility.

Unit-specific policies and guidelines may be shared upon request.

Candidates are encouraged to highlight any relevant awards or recognition within the department.