Cardiac OR Surgical Technologists
About The Position
Sentara is hiring an experienced Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II for Sentara's Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. This role involves preparing the operating room with appropriate sterile instruments and equipment, anticipating the surgeon's needs during procedures, and maintaining strict adherence to aseptic technique. The Technologist II level demonstrates advanced knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, surgical instrumentation, and procedural flow, and often serves as a preceptor or resource for junior technologists and students. The position requires strong collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and nursing staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative process.
Requirements
- Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree REQUIRED
- Virginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIRED
- NBSTSA CST Certification REQUIRED
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED
- 2 years Cardiovascular or Thoracic experience REQUIRED
Responsibilities
- Assisting with complex cardiovascular procedures, including open-heart surgeries, vascular repairs, and endovascular interventions.
- Preparing the operating room with appropriate sterile instruments and equipment.
- Anticipating the surgeon's needs during procedures.
- Maintaining strict adherence to aseptic technique.
- Demonstrating advanced knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, surgical instrumentation, and procedural flow.
- Serving as a preceptor or resource for junior technologists and students.
- Collaborating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and nursing staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
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
- Annual discretionary bonus may be possible if eligibility criteria are met
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
