Cardiovascular Anesthesia Tech

Sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring a Cardiovascular Anesthesia Technologist to support cardiovascular procedures. The role involves preparing, operating, and maintaining anesthesia equipment, monitoring patients, and ensuring a sterile operating environment.

You will work with anesthesiologists and the surgical team in a high-pressure setting. A Bachelor's degree in science or an accredited cardiovascular technology program is required, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or accredited cardiovascular technology program required.
• BLS Certification required.
• Experience with CSS, sterilization, or central sterile processing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, operate, and maintain anesthesia equipment during cardiovascular procedures.
• Monitor patients and respond to changes in patient condition.
• Maintain a sterile and safe operating environment while supporting anesthesiologists and surgical teams.

Skills

Anesthesia equipment operation

Patient monitoring

Sterile technique

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or accredited cardiovascular technology program

BLS Certification

Job description

City/StateNorfolk, VAWork ShiftRotatingOverview:Sentara is hiring a Cardiovascular Anesthesia Technologist at Sentara Norfolk General Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia.Shift:M-F 0700-1530Call is required, nights and weekendsRotating 11-7 shiftJob DescriptionA Cardiovascular Surgical Support Technologist plays a critical role in supporting anesthesiologists and surgical teams during cardiovascular procedures. This position involves preparing, operating, and maintaining anesthesia equipment, monitoring patients, and ensuring a sterile and safe operating environment. The technician works collaboratively in high-pressure settings to contribute to successful patient outcomes.EducationBachelors degree in a science related field or graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology program REQUIRED.Certification/LicensureBLS Certification RequiredExperiencePrior CSS, sterilization, or central sterile processing experience strongly preferred.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your CareerMedical, Dental, Vision plansAdoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000Paid Time Off and Sick LeavePaid Parental & Family Caregiver LeaveEmergency Backup CareLong-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plansLife Insurance401k/403B with Employer MatchTuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild EducationStudent Debt Pay Down – $10,000Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional developmentPet InsuranceLegal Resources PlanColleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is metHere 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.