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Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
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Length: 18 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist with CVOR experience for a hospital surgical services position in Lexington, KY, requiring cardiovascular and multi-specialty scrub skills.
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Hospital surgical services department with a focus on CVOR cases, including CT vascular procedures
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Candidates must be versatile and able to scrub across multiple surgical service lines
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Second shift schedule: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
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36 hours per week, three 12-hour shifts per day
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CVOR call required
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Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program; Associate's Degree preferred
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BLS certification required
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CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) certification through NBSTSA required
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Experience with CVOR and CT vascular cases strongly preferred based on unit needs
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Ability to scrub multiple surgical service lines
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License required if applicable
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MM/DD of date of birth and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
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Copies of certifications required for consideration
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Functions as a member of the surgical team under the direction of the RN, performing scrub and other roles that support the perioperative plan of care
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Responsible for aseptic setup and maintenance of the Mayo stand and back table throughout each procedure
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Performs and accounts for all required counts prior to, during, and following each procedure
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Anticipates surgeon needs and ensures the OR is ready prior to scheduled case start times
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Demonstrates knowledge of draping, instrumentation, suture, and surgical equipment
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Applies principles of aseptic technique including gowning, gloving, sterilization, and disinfection
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Handles, identifies, and labels medications on the sterile field; properly disposes of sharps
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Supports patient safety goals in alignment with National Patient Safety Goals and AORN Guidelines
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Participates in orientation of new staff or students and contributes to department improvement initiatives
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Updates surgeon preference cards and maintains awareness of advancements in perioperative practice
