Cardiac Surgical Technologist II

City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview: Sentara is hiring a Cardiac Surgical Technologist II at Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. Sign on Bonus up to $25,000 offered for qualified candidates. Role Description: The Surgical Technologist II ensures the operating room is prepared with necessary instruments and equipment, assists the surgical team by passing instruments, maintaining sterile fields, and anticipating the surgeon\’s needs through critical thinking. The role involves maintaining patient safety, organizing and sterilizing the surgical environment, applying dressings, securing drapes, transferring patients, and adhering to infection control protocols. The technologist works closely with the surgical team to ensure smooth procedures, serves as a role model, and demonstrates advanced aseptic techniques. Licensure: Surgical Technologist licensure required in the state of practice. Education: Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree REQUIRED Certification/Licensure: Virginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIRED National Certification (NBSTSA or NCCT) REQUIRED Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED Experience: Minimum 3 years prior experience REQUIRED Cardiac/CVOR Experience PREFERRED Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Parental & Family Leave, Emergency Backup Care, Disability plans, Life Insurance, 401k/403B, Tuition Assistance, Student Debt Pay Down, Certification Reimbursements, Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and potential bonuses. Sentara is committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing a supportive environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and a tobacco-free environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr