Cardiac Surgical Technologist I

Sentara Healthcare • Norfolk, VA

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About The Position

Sentara is hiring a Cardiac Surgical Technologist I for Sentara's Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. The Surgical Technologist ensures that the operating room is properly prepared with the necessary instruments and equipment and assists the surgical team throughout the procedure by passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and anticipating the needs of the surgeon. The role involves maintaining patient safety and ensuring that the surgical environment is organized, clean, and sterile. The Surgical Technologist assists in applying dressings, securing surgical drapes and transferring patients to recovery areas. Adheres to infection control protocols and sterile techniques to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety. Works closely with the surgical team to ensure smooth and effective procedures.

Requirements

• Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree REQUIRED.
• Virginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIRED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED.
• No experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior cardiac Surgical Technologist experience PREFERRED.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the operating room is properly prepared with necessary instruments and equipment.
• Assist the surgical team throughout the procedure by passing instruments.
• Maintain the sterile field and anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
• Maintain patient safety and ensure the surgical environment is organized, clean, and sterile.
• Assist in applying dressings and securing surgical drapes.
• Transfer patients to recovery areas.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and sterile techniques.

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus up to $25,000 offered for experienced cardiac candidates.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Work-life benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree