Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Cardiac (CVOR) - Maryview Medical Center

Bon Secours Health System • Portsmouth, VA

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About The Position

The Surgical Tech Certified Cardiac Team at Maryview Medical Center assists surgeons and nurses by preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for cardiac operating room procedures. The role includes assembling routine and physician-requested supplies, setting up and operating specialized instrumentation and equipment, maintaining aseptic technique, and supporting the surgical team throughout procedures.

The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on days/evenings. Candidates need an associate degree, vocational certification, or military certificate in Surgical Technology; an accepted NBSTSA certification; and at least two years of operating room experience. Cardiovascular operating room experience is preferred. BLS certification is required before independent patient care at Bon Secours Medical Health, with timing requirements varying by location.

Requirements

• Associate degree, vocational certification, or military certificate in Surgical Technology.
• Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist or Certified Surgical First Technologist through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). State-specific certification requirements apply in Virginia and South Carolina; certain pre-2008 certifications may be accepted in South Carolina.
• Two years of experience in an operating room.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required before independent patient care at Bon Secours Medical Health; it is preferred at hire and required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations.
• Working knowledge of basic sciences, including anatomy and physiology, microbiology, asepsis, sterile techniques, and operating room techniques.
• Ability to monitor patient conditions and inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, active listening, relationship building, and professionalism.
• Ability to anticipate needs, take direction, accept authority, work under pressure, remain flexible, and move with a sense of urgency.
• Possess a surgical conscience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a cardiovascular operating room.

Responsibilities

• Function as the scrub person and assist during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling required supplies and equipment.
• Prepare and organize sterile supplies and instruments and perform surgical counts with the circulating RN.
• Maintain an organized sterile field, take corrective action to ensure sterility, and assist with placement of sterile drapes.
• Provide instruments and supplies to the surgical team while maintaining aseptic technique.
• Retrieve, collect, and label specimens.
• Report implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to the circulator.
• Prepare cases completely and adapt to special instrument, supply, and equipment needs for patient populations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of patients’ rights and responsibilities in relation to their age and understanding.
• Demonstrate understanding of patients’ Advance Directives.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 ($7,500 for new graduates).
• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree