Cardiac OR Surgical Technologists

Sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $30,000

Comprehensive benefits

Shift: four 10-hour shifts

Job summary

Sentara Heart Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking an experienced Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II to support complex cardiovascular procedures, including open-heart surgeries, in a high-volume CVOR. You will prepare the operating room, maintain aseptic technique, and anticipate the surgeon's needs throughout the perioperative process.

The role requires Virginia Surgical Technologist License, NBSTSA CST Certification, BLS, and 2 years of cardiovascular or thoracic experience; it offers a

Qualifications

• Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree required.
• Virginia Surgical Technologist License required.
• NBSTSA CST Certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 2 years cardiovascular or thoracic experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with complex cardiovascular procedures including open-heart surgeries.
• Prepare the operating room with sterile instruments and equipment.
• Anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain aseptic technique.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and nursing staff.

Skills

Cardiovascular/Thoracic experience

Surgical instrument handling

Aseptic technique

Team collaboration

Education

Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree

Virginia Surgical Technologist License

NBSTSA CST Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Sterile Technique

Job description

City/StateNorfolk, VAWork ShiftMultiple shifts availableOverview:Sentara is hiring an experienced Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II for Sentara's Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia.*Sign on Bonus up to $30,000 offered for experienced candidates.Shift: Four ten-hour shifts 0700-1730, Monday-Friday, with rotating callOverview of Heart HospitalSentara Norfolk General/Sentara Heart Hospital is a comprehensive, Level 1 Trauma center, located in Norfolk, VA. The Heart Hospital Cardiac Surgery program has dedicated CVOR rooms, served by a dedicated cardiac OR team, who perform high volume, complex open-heart CABG, Valve, Aortic, and Structural cases (TAVR). We also serve as the regional center for ECMO/MCS, Heart Transplant, and Aortic dissection cares.OverviewThe Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II is an experienced, highly skilled member of the surgical team who specializes in assisting with complex cardiovascular procedures, including open-heart surgeries, vascular repairs, and endovascular interventions. This role involves preparing the operating room with appropriate sterile instruments and equipment, anticipating the surgeon's needs during procedures, and maintaining strict adherence to aseptic technique.The Technologist II level demonstrates advanced knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, surgical instrumentation, and procedural flow, and often serves as a preceptor or resource for junior technologists and students. The position requires strong collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and nursing staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative process.EducationSurgical Technologist Trade School Degree REQUIREDCertification/LicensureVirginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIREDNBSTSA CST Certification REQUIREDBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIREDExperience2 years Cardiovascular or Thoracic experience REQUIREDKEYWORDS: Talroo – Allied Health. CST. Surg Tech. Surgical Tech. Surgical Technician. Operation Room Tech. Scrub Tech. Scrub. Surgical. OR Tech. Surgical Technologist. NBSTSA. NCCT. Certified Surg Tech. Certified Surgical Tech. Certified Surgical Technologist. Cardiovascular. CVOR. Cardiac. #INDEEDWe provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $30.26 - $44.75 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.