Cardiovascular Surgical Tech – Certified (Open Heart)

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Certification support

Dependent scholarships

Fertility and family building support

Life insurance

Identity theft protection

Consumer discounts

Job summary

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital in Gainesville is seeking a Certified Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist to join its cardiac surgery team. You’ll work with advanced equipment and a skilled team to support open heart procedures and patient care from setup to completion.

You will scrub in, hand instruments, assist the surgeon, monitor equipment, and help maintain a sterile field. On-call coverage and clear growth pathways are provided.

Qualifications

• CV Surgical Tech role; requires BLS within 30 days of start.
• TS-C (Tech in Surgery - Certified) or CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) certification.
• Previous Open Heart experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize the surgical suite with instruments, equipment, and supplies for safe, efficient procedures.
• Transport, position, prep, and drape patients while protecting comfort, privacy, and safety.
• Scrub in and assist the surgeon by providing instruments, handling specimens, and anticipating team needs.
• Monitor equipment and patient status during procedures; take quick, effective action when needed.
• Maintain a sterile field, ensure thorough room turnover, and contribute to a high-performing team culture.

Skills

Cardiovascular surgical technologist

Open Heart experience

BLS within 30 days

Surgical instruments handling

Education

Vocational School Graduate

Job description

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital in Gainesville is seeking a Certified Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist to join its cardiac surgery team. You’ll work with advanced equipment and a skilled team to support open heart procedures and patient care from setup to completion.

You will scrub in, hand instruments, assist the surgeon, monitor equipment, and help maintain a sterile field. On-call coverage and clear growth pathways are provided.