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

Bon Secours Mercy Health•Portsmouth, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist on the Cardiac Team at Maryview Medical Center assists surgeons and nurses with patient care, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and gathering patient- and case-specific supplies and equipment. The role prepares the operating room by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment, obtaining special supplies indicated by the physician, and setting up and operating specialized instruments and manual and powered equipment. The position supports cardiovascular surgery and performs scrub-person duties during operative and other invasive procedures.

Requirements

Associate degree, vocational certification, or military certificate in Surgical Technology.
Two years of operating room experience.
Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist or Certified Surgical First Technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
For employment in South Carolina, NBSTSA certification is required; for certification obtained before 2008, NBSTSA or NCCT certification is accepted.
For employment in Virginia, certification by the NBSTSA or its successor and certification with the Virginia Board of Medicine are required.
BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology, microbiology, asepsis, sterile techniques, and operating room techniques.
Ability to monitor patient conditions during treatment and inform medical professionals about patient conditions and care.
Analytical skills and ability to follow instructions.
Interpersonal skills including attention to detail, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, active listening, relationship building, professionalism, flexibility, and the ability to take direction and work under pressure.
Possess a surgical conscience and anticipate needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a cardiovascular operating room.

Responsibilities

Function as the scrub person and assist as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling required supplies and equipment.
Prepare and organize sterile supplies and instruments for procedures and perform surgical counts with the circulating RN.
Maintain an organized sterile field and ensure sterility, taking corrective action as needed.
Assist with placement of sterile drapes.
Provide instruments and supplies to the surgical team while maintaining aseptic technique.
Retrieve and collect specimens and label them.
Report implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to the circulator.
Provide complete case preparation and adapt to special instrument, supply, and equipment needs for patient populations.
Demonstrate knowledge of patient rights and responsibilities in accordance with the patient's age and understanding.
Demonstrate understanding of the patient's Advance Directives.