Surgical Technologist - Cardiac, Main OR Mid Shift
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse and in collaboration with the surgeon. The role primarily performs the scrub function and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The technologist applies sterile and aseptic techniques, adapts to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting, and uses knowledge of anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team. Candidates may be considered for either the Surgical Technologist or Advanced Surgical Technologist role, depending on experience, specialty training, and qualifications. The Advanced Surgical Technologist supports complex procedures, including cardiothoracic, transplant, neurosurgery, and vascular procedures, and contributes to protocol development, specialty instrumentation management, and workflow optimization. Applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance of campus to meet the 45-minute on-call requirement.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.
- One year of operating room experience is required.
- Surgical Technology certification from NBSTSA is required within one year of hire and must be maintained thereafter, except for the stated Mayo Clinic in Arizona hiring-date exemption.
- Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
- Applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance of campus to meet the 45-minute on-call requirement.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, at least 2 years of independent scrubbing experience.
Nice To Haves
- Cardiothoracic operating room experience.
- First scrub experience.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, independent experience supporting advanced procedures in cardiac, transplant, neurosurgery, or vascular, or cross-training to work independently in three or more specialties outside those advanced areas.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of an RN and in collaboration with the surgeon.
- Perform primarily in the scrub role.
- Select, prepare, and maintain surgical instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
- Apply sterile and aseptic techniques and adapt to unpredictable perioperative situations.
- Use knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, independently support advanced procedures in cardiac, transplant, neurosurgery, or vascular specialties, or work independently across three or more other specialties.
- Manage and maintain advanced specialty instrumentation and equipment.
- Contribute to protocol and workflow development for new procedures and technologies.
- Prepare to handle emergencies using quick thinking, adaptability, and emergency protocols.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
