Specialty Certified Surgical Technologist Cardiac - Main OR

Mayo Clinic Health System•Phoenix, AZ

39d•$31 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Responsibilities Receives direction from the Operating Room Manager, Supervisor, Specialty Team Leader, and staff Registered Nurse. Works cooperatively with the surgeon, PAs/NPs, residents, fellows, and other allied health staff. Performs delegated activities to assist in the care of the patients in the operating room/procedure rooms. Under the supervision of a RN and in collaboration with the surgeon, the technologist functions primarily in the scrub role. Collaborates on developing best practice protocols and workflows for new procedures and transplants. Is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining specific cardiac instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. Provides a safe, efficient environment for the surgical patient. Applies and enforces principles of sterile technique implementing unique applications of solution prep and draping of the patient. Demonstrates the ability to be prepared to handle emergencies that may including quick thinking, adaptability, and solid skills to implement emergency protocols specific to cardiac procedures. Works flexible hours, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call expectations for cardiothoracic and transplant procedures. During the selection process you will participate in a virtual (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the virtual interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question - Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps as appropriate.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.
One year of clinical experience required.
Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter.
Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Nice To Haves

Cardiac experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Receives direction from the Operating Room Manager, Supervisor, Specialty Team Leader, and staff Registered Nurse.
Works cooperatively with the surgeon, PAs/NPs, residents, fellows, and other allied health staff.
Performs delegated activities to assist in the care of the patients in the operating room/procedure rooms.
Under the supervision of a RN and in collaboration with the surgeon, the technologist functions primarily in the scrub role.
Collaborates on developing best practice protocols and workflows for new procedures and transplants.
Is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining specific cardiac instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
Provides a safe, efficient environment for the surgical patient.
Applies and enforces principles of sterile technique implementing unique applications of solution prep and draping of the patient.
Demonstrates the ability to be prepared to handle emergencies that may including quick thinking, adaptability, and solid skills to implement emergency protocols specific to cardiac procedures.
Works flexible hours, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call expectations for cardiothoracic and transplant procedures.