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CVOR Surgical Technologist
Paducah, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 2501 Kentucky Avenue

$2,046-2,278/week
Posted 17 hours ago
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Job info

Surgical Technologist

Location

Paducah, Kentucky

Contract Length

17 weeks

Schedule

  • 8 hours per day
  • 40 hours per week
  • Call is every other weekend and every other day

Role Summary

Serves as a primary scrub person or assistant for operative procedures.

Required Qualifications

  • CVOR Technologist (7 years of experience)
  • CVOR Technologist experience within the last year
  • BLS
  • CST
  • Comparable military training

Key Responsibilities

  • Scrub into cases and prepare instruments and supplies
  • Maintain the sterile field during case setup and throughout surgical cases
  • Pass instruments, assist the physician as needed, and support draping and patient positioning
  • Perform instrument, sponge, and sharps counts
  • Complete post-case cleaning, instrument decontamination, and transport/return of instruments to Central Sterile
  • Ensure the surgical suite is disinfected, stocked, and ready for the next procedure
  • Complete mandatory hospital education and maintain compliance with HR and Employee Health requirements

About Paducah, KY

As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Paducah, KY here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Paducah's cost of living is 16% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 89°F and lows are around 69°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 45°F and lows are around 26°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Paducah, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
Transportation
  • Paducah is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • The population in Paducah is diverse with a mix of age groups.
  • Common health issues include heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.
  • There is a small but active community of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Paducah offers a variety of restaurants featuring Southern cuisine, as well as art galleries, live music venues, and local sports events.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, boating, and fishing along the Ohio River.
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