Surgical Technologist - Cardiothoracic Surgery
About The Position
Under the leadership of the department director, assistant director and the supervision of an RN, the Surgical Technologist is responsible and accountable for working intra-operatively in cardiothoracic surgery for the preparation and handling of supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and therapeutic surgical environment for the patients in accordance with the policies and procedures of the hospital and department. The Surgical Technologist demonstrates advanced clinical expertise in scrubbing a variety of open heart, chest and vascular (inclusive of peripheral vascular) procedures. Important dimensions of this position consist of quality of care, professional commitment, teamwork, interpersonal skills, safety, good public/customer relations and a broad professional knowledge.
Requirements
- A minimum of two years scrub experience as a Surgical Technologist in cardiothoracic surgery.
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS is required.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of a surgical technologist training program strongly preferred.
- Surgical Technologist certification is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- working intra-operatively in cardiothoracic surgery for the preparation and handling of supplies and equipment
- maintain a safe and therapeutic surgical environment for the patients in accordance with the policies and procedures of the hospital and department
- demonstrates advanced clinical expertise in scrubbing a variety of open heart, chest and vascular (inclusive of peripheral vascular) procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
