CV Surgical Tech- 36hrs/wk days

St Elizabeth Medical Center - Boston, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Boston, MA

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist plays a crucial role in the surgical team, ensuring the proper selection, preparation, and sterility of instruments and equipment necessary for successful surgical outcomes. This full-time position involves working three 12-hour shifts during the day and requires on-call availability. The role is essential in providing specialized care in cardiovascular surgeries, contributing to a high standard of patient care and safety.

Responsibilities

• Expertly performs role of a resource surgical technician in cardiovascular surgery.
• Performs scrub duties according to procedure, demonstrating a high level of skill and efficiency.
• Works closely with all cardiac surgery team to facilitate and coordinate exceptional patient care.
• Participates in staff meetings and in-service presentations.
• Accountable for accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of national patient safety goals.
• Acts as preceptor for staff members in all aspects of cardiovascular surgery.
• Maintains a sterile environment and demonstrates principles of aseptic technique.
• Anticipates instruments/equipment needs of the surgeon during procedures.
• Assists in turnover of rooms and prepares OR for patients.
• Participates actively in the 'Time Out' process to ensure patient safety.
• Completes tasks with high accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Handles tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Organizes and restocks the OR following surgical procedures.

Requirements

• Accredited Surgical Tech Program completion.
• Minimum of one year scrubbing in cardiac surgery.
• 1-2 years of experience as a Cardiac Surgery Technician in a tertiary or quaternary hospital.
• 2 years of cardiac experience preferred or at least 3 years in a non-cardiac hospital setting.
• Experience in both operating room and PV lab and/or hybrid operating room.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team providing excellent specialized care.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• High level of knowledge and proficiency in surgical technician role including case preparation, set-up, aseptic technique, surgical instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with da Vinci® Robotic surgery program.
• Familiarity with Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance