Cardiac OR Surgical Technologists

Sentara Health

United States

On-site

USD 42,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Family benefits

Job summary

Sentara Heart Hospital in Norfolk, VA seeks a Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II to support open-heart and vascular cases. You will prepare the OR, anticipate surgeon needs, and uphold aseptic technique in a high-volume cardiac program.

Four ten-hour shifts 0700-1730, Monday-Friday with rotating call; sign-on bonus up to $30,000 for experienced candidates. Join a leading Level 1 trauma center’s cardiac team.

Qualifications

Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree required.
Virginia Surgical Technologist License required.
NBSTSA CST Certification required.
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 needs and maintain aseptic technique.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and nursing staff.

Skills

Cardiovascular anatomy

Surgical instrumentation

Aseptic technique

Precepting/mentoring

Education

Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree

Virginia Surgical Technologist License

NBSTSA CST Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

City / State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

Multiple shifts available

Overview

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 call.

Heart Hospital Overview

Sentara 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.

Job Overview

The 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.

Education

Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree REQUIRED
Certification/Licensure Virginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIRED
NBSTSA CST Certification REQUIRED
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED

Experience

2 years Cardiovascular or Thoracic experience REQUIRED

KEYWORDS

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.

Compensation

We 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.

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