<p>A Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Surgical Technologist opening at an acute care facility in Salem, Virginia offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus and a competitive hourly rate for an experienced scrub tech ready to work in a high-acuity cardiac surgical environment. This is an 8-hour day-shift position with a defined schedule, making it a strong fit for a credentialed surgical tech seeking stability, specialty focus, and immediate placement in the Roanoke Valley region.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay rate: $24–$38 per hour, commensurate with experience</li> <li>$15,000 sign-on bonus</li> <li>Day-shift schedule: 8-hour shifts</li> <li>Acute care facility employment with access to a full-service surgical platform</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Specialty focus: Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) — high-acuity cardiac surgical cases</li> <li>Acute care facility type with dedicated surgical services</li> <li>Day-shift, 8-hour schedule providing consistent, predictable hours</li> <li>Responsibilities include scrubbing cardiovascular cases with demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation</li> <li>Role also encompasses scrubbing C-sections, reflecting a broad surgical scrub scope</li> <li>Duties include registration and pre-registration of Obstetric patients and processing patient information</li> <li>Infant testing and related tasks performed as directed by the Registered Nurse</li> <li>Proficient computer use required for patient data management and documentation</li> <li>Collaborative environment requiring effective, professional communication with internal and external stakeholders</li> <li>Emphasis on maintaining integrity of the physical environment and surgical equipment</li> <li>Opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development</li> <li>State law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current and valid Virginia Surgical Technologist license required at time of hire</li> <li>Minimum 1–2 years of surgical technologist experience required; CVOR experience strongly preferred</li> <li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required</li> <li>Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation, including cardiovascular and obstetric instrument sets</li> <li>Proficiency with computer systems used for patient registration and clinical documentation</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Salem is an independent city nestled in the Roanoke Valley of western Virginia, bordered by the Blue Ridge Mountains and offering an exceptional quality of life at a cost well below national urban averages. The region features abundant outdoor recreation — hiking the Appalachian Trail, cycling the Roanoke River Greenway, and access to Smith Mountain Lake — alongside a vibrant downtown Roanoke arts and dining scene just minutes away. Salem's highly regarded public schools, low crime rate, and strong sense of community make it a compelling destination for healthcare professionals relocating from larger metro areas.</p>