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Sentara Health · 4 months ago

Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist

Harrisonburg, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Sentara RMH Medical Center, located in Harrisonburg, Virginia, is hiring a Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist for the Cardiac Operating Room. The role involves assisting cardiovascular surgeons during surgical procedures, preparing the operating room, and ensuring a sterile environment while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to optimize patient care.

Hospital & Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Preparing the operating room and organizing surgical instruments and supplies

Ensuring a sterile environment during surgical procedures

Anticipating the surgeon’s needs and providing intraoperative support

Passing instruments, sutures, grafts, and other sterile supplies as needed during surgeries

Confirming that all surgical instruments are properly sterilized and functioning prior to procedures

Maintaining sterile technique and infection control standards throughout the operation

Handling specimens appropriately and documenting as required

Performing accurate counts with the circulator before the operation and at appropriate times during each body plane closure

Gowning and gloving surgeons and assistants as needed

Participating in preoperative briefings and postoperative debriefings to support ongoing surgical quality improvement

Assisting with room turnover between cases and participating in cleaning and organization of the department

Qualification

NBSTSA certificationCertified Surgical TechnologistCardiovascular anatomy knowledge1 year cardio/thoracic experienceBLS certificationRemain calmPhysical staminaCommunicationTeamwork skillsAttention to detail

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification and Surgical Technologist Licensure required IF license is required in the state of practice; otherwise must have NBSTSA certification

Certified Surgical Technologist

BLS

1 year of experience in cardio or thoracic surgery required

In-depth knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, instrumentation, and procedures

In depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to cardiac surgery achieved with independence on all CVOR cases, including TAVRS and combined Vascular cases

In depth learning or knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology, tissue exposure, surgical flow and advanced techniques in cardiac surgery specialty

Ability to take call independently with advanced cardiac surgery skills required to perform in the scrub role for all cardiac surgery procedures

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Utilizes chain of command, practices open communication, promotes an inclusive team environment and supports all initiatives in the cardiac operating room

Assists with room turnover between cases and participates in cleaning and organization of the department

Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure

Must have a strong attention to detail and physical stamina to handle long, intense, and high-risk cases

Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols

Performs a thorough review of the surgeons' preferences prior to each surgical procedure

Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure, assists with selection and opening of sterile supplies

Maintains a safe environment throughout procedure in regard to patient physical safety, fire prevention, infection control, and maintains highest of sterile field organization throughout procedure

Preferred

Trade School Graduate preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Emergency Backup Care

Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

Life Insurance

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Company

Sentara Health

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Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission - "we improve health every day." Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S.

Founded in 1988

Hampton Roads, VA, US

10001+ employees

http://www.sentara.com

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