Cardiovascular Operating Room Certified Surgical Technologist General Information We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cardiovascular Operating Room Certified Surgical Technologist. Join our team to support complex cardiothoracic surgeries in a dynamic operating room environment. Facility Overview • Number of Operating Rooms: 2 • Pre-Op Bays: 20 • PACU Bays: 14 Required Experience Applicants must possess: • CST: Minimum of 2 years of CVOR experience in a Level 1 or 2 trauma setting. Patient Types The surgical procedures include: • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) • Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) • Valve replacements • Thoracic surgeries (lobectomy, hernia repair) • Generator exchanges • Lead extractions • Femoral-Popliteal Bypass • Open vascular cases • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) surgeries • Carotid surgeries • Conversions Patient Ratios Our operating room maintains a 1:1 staff-to-patient ratio. Required Certifications • Basic Life Support (BLS) • Graduation from an accredited school (required) • CST Certification (preferred) Education Requirements Applicants must possess an Associate Degree in a healthcare-related field or hold CST certification. Essential Skills The ideal candidate will have: • A strong background in CVOR across all specialties. • The ability to work independently with minimal guidance, specifically in CABG, TAVR, valve replacements, thoracic cases, and more. • Circulating skills; the position does not require scrubbing duties. Support on the Unit The surgical team includes: • RN/First Assist/Surgical Technologist • 2 Tech Model: Two surgical techs for every case to enhance support and efficiency. • Nurse Clinician • Clinical Resource Nurse (CRN) • Service Line Lead • Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) • Scheduler • Preference Card Analyst • Anesthesia staff Charting System and Equipment • Experience with EPIC (required) • Knowledge of Omnicell and Alaris systems Floating Requirements Both RN and CST may float to the Main Operating Room as needed. Orientation New hires will undergo a 5-day (40 hours total) orientation. Scheduling • Shifts: 8 or 10-hour shifts (to be discussed during the interview) • Weekend rotation: On-call only, with holiday work potential • Overnight shifts will be required • Response time of 15 minutes for on-call duties Additional Information • Scrub colors will be provided. • Free parking available.