CVOR Technologist III (Tier 3)

Overview

The CVOR Technologist III is a senior-level role supporting a high-acuity cardiovascular operating environment within a large regional medical center. This technologist functions as a clinical expert in complex cardiovascular, hybrid, and endovascular procedures and provides mentorship to junior staff. This position is integral to ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care for adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced scrub support for complex cardiovascular, thoracic, vascular, and hybrid OR procedures.

• Function as lead technologist in specialty areas such as robotics, total joints, neuro/spine, burn, and vascular surgery.

• Anticipate surgeon and team needs; ensure proper instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.

• Maintain sterile technique and adhere to all safety and infection control protocols.

• Assist in the second scrub role (retraction, suctioning, sponging, camera manipulation).

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency with wire techniques and cardiovascular instrumentation.

• Collaborate with nursing, anesthesia, and surgical teams to maintain efficient OR workflow.

• Mentor junior technologists and contribute to departmental development.