Surgical Tech First Assistant CVOR

Baylor Scott & White Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match

Tuition reimbursement

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Plano, Texas is seeking a Surgical Tech First Assistant to serve as a Certified Surgical Technologist. This role supports surgeons during major surgical procedures, ensuring all supplies and equipment are ready and functional.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years of clinical experience and the CST or CSFA certification. The position includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience as a CVOR CSFA.
• Must hold the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room according to surgical procedure schedules.
• Scrub for cases in major surgical services following established procedures.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures by passing sterile supplies and equipment.
• Stay updated on surgical equipment and trends by attending in-service education programs.

Skills

Good communication skills

Excellent knowledge of operating room protocol

Ability to work effectively with all hospital departments

Excellent knowledge of patient protocols within a clinic setting

Ability to assist the physician

Education

Graduate of an accredited program

Job description

Sign‑on Bonus

$10,000 sign on bonus (Based on eligibility)

Location

The Heart Hospital - Plano (Flexibility to float between all THH campuses, including THH Dallas, Plano, Denton, and Frisco)

Shift

Full‑time, days, two 12‑hr shifts (6:30 AM‑7:00 PM) and two 8‑hr shifts (6:30 AM‑3:00 PM). 40 hours per week. Must be willing and able to participate in the call rotation and respond within established response times.

Experience Required

• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience as a CVOR CSFA
• Must be willing to learn Endoscopic Vein Harvest (EVH)
• First assisting on adult cardiac surgery cases, including CABG, valve, aortic, and other complex open‑heart procedures
• Cardiac and vascular tissue exposure, retraction, hemostasis, cannulation assistance, and closure techniques
• Assisting with sternal opening and closure
• Independent scrubbing of cardiac, thoracis, vascular, and endovascular cases as needed to support operational staffing needs
• Experience assisting in minimally invasive and robotic cardiac procedures
• Experience with endovascular and vascular surgery cases

About Us

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas, committed to promoting the well‑being of individuals, families, and communities.

Core Values

• We serve faithfully by doing what’s right with a joyful heart
• We never settle by constantly striving for better
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering an exceptional experience

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Surgical Tech First Assistant serves as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and a First Assistant. The role supports surgeons during major and complex procedures, working under a Registered Nurse’s direction as a CST and under a Surgeon’s direction as a First Assistant.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Ensures supplies, equipment, and instruments are available and functional for each procedure; updates surgeon preference cards, pulls, opens, and sets up cases; coordinates with surgeons on equipment and supply needs; assists in building specialty instrument trays
• Prepares the operating room according to surgical procedure schedules; arranges sterile setups of instrument table supplies and equipment; wraps instruments for gas or steam sterilization; performs quality control procedures on equipment and reports any issues; keeps the OR clean before and after surgery
• Scrubs for cases in major surgical services following established procedures and standards; requires advanced knowledge of anatomy and surgical instruments; knows surgeons’ preferences and technical knowledge
• Educates and prepares surgical teams according to procedure
• Assists with or performs the positioning, prepping, and draping of the patient
• Assists the surgeon during procedures by passing sterile supplies and equipment; holds retractor devices and responds to the surgical team’s needs; ties off vessels and tissues, repairs incisions, and cuts and cauterizes tissues; stabilizes drains and applies wound dressings as needed; performs complex surgical techniques as directed by the physician and Texas scope of practice; receives and notifies the circulating nurse of surgical specimens; delivers specimens to the appropriate location
• Contacts the pharmacy for prescriptions with the registered nurse or circulating nurse partnership
• Coordinates and works with system vendors for the surgeon and department; researches and obtains quotes for capital purchases, new equipment, and supplies with specialty coordinators; orders supplies
• Stays updated on surgical equipment, trends, and techniques by attending in‑service or internal education programs; serves as a resource and preceptor for those learning the scrub role; helps the department through in‑services, precepting, and mentoring staff

Key Success Factors

• Good communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of operating room protocol
• Ability to work effectively with all hospital departments
• Excellent knowledge of patient protocols within a clinic setting
• Ability to work well with all members of the office staff
• Ability to assist the physician in all aspects of the practice, including assisting in surgery

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited program
• Experience: 2 years of experience
• Certification/Licensure/Registration:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) required from NBSTA or NCCT