Surgical Technologist - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Surgical Technologist

Under the leadership of the department director, assistant director and the supervision of an RN, the Surgical Technologist is responsible and accountable for working intra-operatively in cardiothoracic surgery for the preparation and handling of supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and therapeutic surgical environment for the patients in accordance with the policies and procedures of the hospital and department. The Surgical Technologist demonstrates advanced clinical expertise in scrubbing a variety of open heart, chest and vascular (inclusive of peripheral vascular) procedures. Important dimensions of this position consist of quality of care, professional commitment, teamwork, interpersonal skills, safety, good public/customer relations and a broad professional knowledge.

A minimum of two years scrub experience as a Surgical Technologist in cardiothoracic surgery.

Graduate of a surgical technologist training program strongly preferred. Will consider extensive hospital surgical technologist experience in lieu of graduate of training program.

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS is required. Surgical Technologist certification is strongly preferred.

Full Time

8-hr shifts: varied between 6AM-2:30PM or 6:30am-3:30PM.

Regular

Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience): $45.05 to $60.27

The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.

Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.78

Hourly Night Shift Differential: $4.17