Cardiovascular OR Surgical Tech

Job Description

Description

Great Opportunity to join our team as a full time Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist in Cardiac Surgery.

Hourly compensation is $43.24 - $64.39; hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience and/or terms of Collective Bargaining Agreement.

JOB SUMMARY

Uses a variety of specialized equipment in assisting the physician in the performance of all invasive procedures resulting in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac and peripheral vascular disease.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists physician in performing invasive procedures. Performs related radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging techniques to demonstrate catheter location, position, and document findings.
• Scrubs in for handling guide wires, catheter, administering contrast injections (excluding CVOR Surgical Technologist), flushing catheters, and other scrub duties as assigned per specialty.
• Performs pre-procedural patient care activities.
• Monitors and records patient’s condition and procedures’ progress. Retrieves and reviews patient data.
• Prepares and maintains sterile field.
• Operates and maintains clinical equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Graduate from an accredited Cardiovascular Secondary Education Program or Graduate from an approved Radiology Technology Program or a combination of education and experience that provides the incumbent with the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job and obtain required certification, licensure, and registration.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Five years of CVOR surgical technologist experience required for CVOR position.
• Prefer previous experience working in a hospital setting.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
• Washington: CVOR Surgical Technologist license required.
• Registered Surgical Technologist with minimum of five years of CVOR experience.

OTHER SKILLS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs
• Proficient computer and keyboarding skills required
• Complete understanding of vascular and related organ anatomy
• Ability to interact within a variable environment good team dynamic
• Ability to multi-task and self-lead problem solving skills
• Ability to demonstrate precision and flexibility

REGION/LOCATION SPECIFIC NOTES

• PHSW Cath Lab / EP Lab: ARRT or RCES/RCIS required.
• PHSW CVOR: ARRT or RCES/RCIS required, or a Registered Surgical Technologist with minimum of five years CVOR experience.

PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Work requires active physical exertion up to 33% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 80 lbs. or less.
• Work requires frequent exposure to skin or lung irritants; extreme cold or heat; sharp instruments such as kitchen knives, scalpels, etc.; or dangerous equipment; reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids once per day or more.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

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PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.