Cardiac Surgical Technologist

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc is seeking a Surgical Technologist for their Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. This role involves preparing the operating room, assisting the surgical team, and ensuring patient safety in a sterile environment. Candidates are required to have a Surgical Technologist Degree and licenses specific to Virginia. A sign-on bonus of up to $25,000 is available for qualified experienced candidates.

Qualifications

• Surgical Technologist Licensure required in Virginia.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with necessary instruments and equipment.
• Assist surgical team by passing instruments and maintaining sterile field.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Infection control protocols

Patient safety

Education

Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree

Job description

Sentara is hiring a Surgical Technologist at Sentara Norfolk General's Heart Hospital, in Norfolk, Virginia.

Sign on Bonus up to $25,000 offered for qualified experienced candidates.

Overview

Job Description

The Surgical Technologist ensures that the operating room is properly prepared with the necessary instruments and equipment and assists the surgical team throughout the procedure by passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and anticipating the needs of the surgeon. The role involves maintaining patient safety and ensuring that the surgical environment is organized, clean, and sterile. The Surgical Technologist assists in applying dressings, securing surgical drapes and transferring patients to recovery areas. Adheres to infection control protocols and sterile techniques to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety. Works closely with the surgical team to ensure smooth and effective procedures.

Surgical Technologist Licensure required in the state of practice.

Education

• Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree REQUIRED

Certification/Licensure

• Virginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIRED
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED

Experience

• No experience required
• Prior Surgical Technologist experience PREFERRED

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