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Surgical Technologist CVOR Cardiovascular Operating Room

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $32.09 - $53.48
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
On-call
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Sign-On Bonus
weekend shift differential
night shift differential
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k)

Job Description

Banner Health is a prominent healthcare organization recognized nationally for its innovation and dedication to excellent patient care. Featured on Fortune's Most Innovative Companies in America list for 2025 and named among Newsweek's Most Trustworthy Companies in America for two consecutive years, Banner Health exemplifies commitment to advancing healthcare. Operating across various locations, Banner Health focuses on fostering a positive and collaborative workplace environment. The Banner Boswell Medical Center, part of Banner Health, stands as a 410-bed acute-care hospital in Sun City, Arizona, providing exceptional health care to the northwest metro-Phoenix community for over fifty years. The hospital offers a wide range of acute care services encompassing cardiology, vascular, thoracic, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, general surgery, robotic surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary, urology, and inpatient wound management. It has received notable recognitions including the Society of Thoracic Surgeons highest quality award and the Joint Commission's Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center.

Within the Banner Boswell Medical Center, the Surgery Department is a close-knit team environment that values strong teamwork and collaboration with key stakeholders. They utilize cutting-edge technology such as the DaVinci Robot, O Arm, and TAVAR programs to enhance surgical outcomes. The department is currently seeking an experienced Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Surgical Technologist to join their multidisciplinary team. This part-time role features day shifts from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, with weekend, holiday, and on-call responsibilities. The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus for experienced CVOR Scrub Techs and includes compensation with weekend and night shift differentials.

The CVOR Surgical Technologist plays a vital role in assisting surgeons during complex cardiovascular surgeries. Reporting to the Registered Nurse, the technologist is responsible for preparing and managing surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment. They are proficient in scrubbing for at least two surgical specialties, including advanced procedures involving cardiopulmonary bypass and cardiac assistive devices. The role demands the ability to work efficiently under high-pressure and fast-paced conditions, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork skills, and maintaining strict adherence to aseptic techniques and safety protocols.

The Surgical Technologist participates actively in OR turnover, equipment maintenance, and may contribute to orienting and training surgical technology staff and students. This role requires manual dexterity, organization, conscientiousness, and the capacity to respond promptly to the surgeon's and patient's needs. The position supports patient safety and quality surgery outcomes while fostering a positive work environment. Banner Health values continuous professional growth and provides opportunities for career advancement for surgical team members committed to delivering high standards of clinical care.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • current basic life support certification
  • certification as surgical technologist
  • one to two years of surgical tech experience or three to four years in surgical technology
  • ability to scrub proficiently in at least two surgical specialties
  • manual dexterity
  • ability to maintain professional composure under stress
  • organizational skills
  • quick responsiveness to surgeon and patient needs
  • knowledge of aseptic and safety procedures

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • current basic life support certification
  • certification as surgical technologist
  • one to two years of experience as surgical technologist or three to four years’ experience in surgical technology
  • proficiency in scrubbing at least two surgical specialties
  • ability to maintain professional decorum in stressful situations
  • manual dexterity
  • organizational skills
  • ability to respond quickly to surgeon and patient needs
  • knowledge of aseptic techniques
  • willingness to stay abreast of developments in the field
  • additional related education and/or experience preferred

Job Duties

  • Prepares for surgical procedures
  • pulls appropriate instruments and supplies
  • ensures good working order of instruments
  • reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies
  • troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and calls biomedical staff if needed
  • anticipates surgeon's needs
  • passes instruments and retracts tissue
  • maintains competency to scrub in a minimum of two surgical specialties
  • demonstrates principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions
  • disposes of sharps and trash
  • participates in counting sharps, instruments and sponges
  • prepares instruments for cleaning
  • ensures surgeon preference cards are accurate
  • assists with OR turnover between cases
  • participates in stocking and cleaning operating rooms
  • participates in or leads training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students
  • may provide business support including administrative tasks
  • follows safety procedures including medication labeling, specimen handling, sharps handling, time-out procedures, radiation and laser safety
  • participates in emergency call rotation

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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