Certified Surgical Tech CVOR

Ascension • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Prepare specialized cardiovascular operating rooms for complex procedures, ensuring precise assembly of sterile fields, specialized instrumentation, and equipment. Support high-acuity open-heart and vascular cases by anticipating surgeon needs and delivering specialized instruments with expert timing. Assist with patient transport, positioning, and sterile draping tailored to cardiovascular access sites. Organize, manage, and track instruments, sponges, and needles to maintain accurate counts throughout surgery. Support the surgical team with rapid hemostasis, vessel retraction, and surgical field management during critical interventions.

The position is at Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin in Austin, Texas, in the CVOR specialty. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., for 36 hours per week, with on-call requirements. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is offered.

Requirements

• BLS Provider certification obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
• Before hire or job transfer, hold a Surgical Tech credential from either the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
• Meet one of the education or experience alternatives: high school diploma equivalency plus 2 years of cumulative experience; an associate's or technical degree; or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• Work Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., 36 hours per week, and meet on-call requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) CVOR experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cardiovascular operating rooms and assemble sterile fields, specialized instruments, and equipment.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and deliver specialized instruments during open-heart and vascular procedures.
• Assist with patient transport, positioning, and sterile draping for cardiovascular access sites.
• Organize and track instruments, sponges, and needles and maintain accurate surgical counts throughout each phase of surgery.
• Assist the surgical team with hemostasis, vessel retraction, and surgical field management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Prorated paid time off and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling, peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance and transportation savings.
• Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED