CVOR Surgical Technologist
Lexington, KY
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,341/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration17 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Surgical Tech CVOR
Location: Lexington, Kentucky Employment Type: Clinical-Allied Contract Length: 18 weeks Schedule: 1st shift, 5x8s, 6a-2:30p; 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week; weekends and holidays as needed; call required
Job Summary
Functions as a member of the surgical team under the direction of the registered nurse. Performs scrub functions and other roles that support the perioperative plan of care, and assures comfort, safety, and quality perioperative care for the patient.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrates knowledge of operative procedures, including draping, instrumentation, suture, and equipment
- Aseptically sets up and maintains the mayo stand and back table throughout the procedure
- Counts and accounts for all required items before, during, and after the procedure
- Anticipates the surgeon's needs and has the room ready before each scheduled case
- Checks instrumentation, equipment, and supplies before use, and minimizes turnover by preparing for the next case
- Applies aseptic technique, including gowning, gloving, sterilization, and disinfection (e.g., steam, Sterrad)
- Disposes of sharps properly and reports equipment malfunctions
- Participates in unit activities, staff meetings, and orientation of new staff or students
- Completes required safety and education training, including National Patient Safety Goals and AORN Guidelines
- Provides responsive, professional customer service to internal and external customers
Required Qualifications
- Technical diploma from a surgical technology program or an Associate's degree
- BLS
- National Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- At least 1 year of CVOR Technologist experience, with experience within the last year
- Surgical Technologist experience
Employer
PRIDE Health
60 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
About Lexington, KY
As a Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist in Lexington, KY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lexington is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In the summer, average highs are around 86°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 42°F, and average lows are around 25°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lexington.
- They are relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas for travel nurses.
- Lexington is car-friendly, with easy navigation and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses, which provide convenient access to different parts of the city.
- Lexington is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of grass and tree pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Lexington, providing a supportive community for those in the healthcare field.
- There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the city has a thriving arts and music scene.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college basketball and horse racing.
- Outdoor activities include hiking in the nearby Red River Gorge and exploring the Kentucky Horse Park.
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