Cardiovascular Certified Surgical Technician - Operating Room Mainland - Full Time Days
About The Position
The Operating Room Technician assists the cardiac surgical team during complex cardiac procedures under the direction of the Cardiac Registered Nurse. The Technician provides direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during cardiac procedures and main OR procedures. Duties include arranging sterile set up, passing sponges, instruments and sutures, adjusting lights, cleaning operating room, maintaining accurate sponge, needle and instrument count, assisting Cardiac surgeon, Cardiac PA and Perfusionist, and possess the ability to anticipate the needs for both the scheduled and emergency procedures. The Technician assists with moving and positioning the patient as directed by the surgical registered nurse. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. The Technician works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support departmental objectives. The Technician provides quality customer service, participates in performance improvement efforts and assumes responsibility for professional growth and development.
Requirements
- High School degree or equivalent; ability to read, speak, and write English.
- Successful completion of a nationally or regionally accredited educational program for surgical technologist or holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor.
- Requirements are grandfathered if evidence is provided to show the incumbent was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility on December 21st 2011.
- BLSHCP certification required upon hire or transfer.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.
Responsibilities
- Arranging sterile set up
- Passing sponges, instruments and sutures
- Adjusting lights
- Cleaning operating room
- Maintaining accurate sponge, needle and instrument count
- Assisting Cardiac surgeon, Cardiac PA and Perfusionist
- Moving and positioning the patient as directed by the surgical registered nurse
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans with employer contributions
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
- Wellness Programs to help you thrive
- Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
