Job Description

Overview

The CVOR Technologist III is a senior-level role supporting a high-acuity cardiovascular operating environment within a large regional medical center. This technologist functions as a clinical expert in complex cardiovascular, hybrid, and endovascular procedures and provides mentorship to junior staff. This position is integral to ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care for adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced scrub support for complex cardiovascular, thoracic, vascular, and hybrid OR procedures.

• Function as lead technologist in specialty areas such as robotics, total joints, neuro/spine, burn, and vascular surgery.

• Anticipate surgeon and team needs; ensure proper instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.

• Maintain sterile technique and adhere to all safety and infection control protocols.

• Assist in the second scrub role (retraction, suctioning, sponging, camera manipulation).

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency with wire techniques and cardiovascular instrumentation.

• Collaborate with nursing, anesthesia, and surgical teams to maintain efficient OR workflow.

• Mentor junior technologists and contribute to departmental development.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 1 year of CVOR/open-heart experience (7+ years strongly preferred).

• Lead technologist competency in robotics, total joints, neuro/spine, burn, and vascular surgery.

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program (CORT).

• Certification: CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT).

• BLS required within 30 days of hire.

• Experience in a similarly sized acute-care facility with comparable service lines.

Preferred:

• Extensive hybrid OR or endovascular procedure experience.

• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with wire techniques.

• Ability to serve as a departmental resource and mentor.

Additional Information

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and certification level (up to $45/hr).

• $25,000 sign-on bonus.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

• 401(k) with employer match.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Tuition reimbursement, certification support, and educational assistance.

• Paid time off, paid family leave, disability coverage, and wellness resources.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced CVOR technologist ready to advance into a senior, high-acuity role.

• Strong cardiovascular, hybrid OR, and robotic surgery background.

• Able to work independently while mentoring others.

• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with complex and high-risk cases.

Keywords

CVOR Tech III, Cardiovascular OR Tech, Surgical Technologist, CVOR Tech Jobs, CST Jobs, Cardiothoracic Surgery Tech, Hybrid OR Tech, Kansas City Healthcare Jobs, OR Tech Careers
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