CVOR Surgical Technologist

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. Select and place surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgery .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in surgical instrument selection and placement, with expertise in at least two surgical specialties. Maintains aseptic technique and adheres to safety protocols while assisting in advanced cardiovascular procedures.

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Surgical Instrument SelectionCardiopulmonary BypassSurgical Technologist CertificationBasic Life Support CertificationAseptic Technique

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Hard Skills

Surgical Instrument PlacementCardiac Assistive DevicesVascular AccessOperating Room TurnoverInstrument Cleaning PreparationSurgeon Preference Cards MaintenanceEmergency Call Rotation ParticipationTroubleshooting EquipmentManual DexteritySterile Supply Management

Soft Skills

Professional DecorumOrganizational SkillsConscientiousnessStress ManagementQuick Response to Needs

Certifications & Qualifications

Surgical Technologist CertificationBasic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Aseptic TechniqueUniversal PrecautionsInfection Control ProceduresTime-Out ProceduresSpecimen HandlingSharps ManagementSurgical SpecialtiesEmergency ProceduresRegulatory Agency RegistrationSurgical Technology Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Select and place surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgery
Scrub and provide instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedures
Assist physicians with advanced cardiovascular tasks, including cardiopulmonary bypass/heart-lung machine use, cardiac assistive devices, and vascular access and interventions
Prepare for surgical procedures by pulling instruments and supplies, reviewing case carts, troubleshooting equipment, and planning for upcoming cases
Anticipate surgeon needs, pass instruments, retract tissue, and maintain competency in at least two surgical specialties
Apply aseptic technique and universal precautions
Participate in counts of sharps, instruments, and sponges
Prepare instruments for cleaning after each case
Maintain accurate surgeon preference cards and pick lists
Assist with operating room turnover, stocking, replenishing supplies, and cleaning
Participate in or lead training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students
Provide business support and administrative tasks as needed
Follow medication labeling, specimen handling, sharps, time-out, radiation, laser safety, and infection control procedures
Participate in emergency call rotation

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma/GED
Current basic life support certification
Certification as a surgical technologist
One to two years of experience in a surgical technologist role OR three to four years in a surgical technologist role
Where applicable, registration with State Regulatory Agency
Ability to scrub proficiently on a minimum of two surgical specialties
Manual dexterity
Ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations
Conscientious, organized, and orderly
Ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient
Must stay abreast of new developments in the field
Additional related education and/or experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus for eligible candidates
Full Time, Day Shift schedules
Flat rate $5/hr for call
$3/hour weekend shift differential
18%-night shift differential, when applicable
Health and financial security options
Opportunities to develop and advance leadership skills
Promotion from within
Training and orientation opportunities