Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist

Overview

Sentara RMH Medical Center located in Harrisonburg, Virginia is hiring a Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist for the Cardiac Operating Room.

City/State: Harrisonburg, VA

Work Shift: First (Days)

Hours:

Monday through Friday 6:30am to 2:30pm with required call. Candidate must live within 30 minutes of the hospital for call purposes. Weekday call is 14:30–06:00 the following morning;
Weekend call is 24 hours (Saturday and Sunday).

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 available for qualified candidates.

Department Overview: The Surgical Tech will work in two ORs and one hybrid OR, collaborating with Cardio-thoracic Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, Cardiovascular Technologists, Physician Assistants, and Registered Nurses. The Cardiothoracic Operating Room (CTOR) is part of Surgical Services. Sentara RMH supports multiple ORs and specialized suites, including a Robotic OR and Hybrid OR.

Role Summary: The Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist assists cardiovascular surgeons during open-heart, vascular, and thoracic procedures. Responsibilities include preparing the OR, organizing instruments and supplies, maintaining a sterile environment, anticipating the surgeon’s needs, and providing intraoperative support to optimize outcomes and safety. This is the primary scrub technician role during cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries.

Responsibilities: Pass instruments, sutures, grafts, and other sterile supplies; ensure instruments are sterilized and functional; maintain sterile technique; collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and nursing staff; assist with specimen handling, documentation, and surgical counts; participate in preoperative briefings and postoperative debriefings; support room turnover and departmental organization; and uphold safety and infection control standards.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Trade School Graduate preferred

Certification/Licensure

• NBSTSA certification required;
  Surgical Technologist Licensure required if applicable in the state of practice (otherwise NBSTSA certification suffices)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
• BLS

Experience

• 1 year of experience in cardio or thoracic surgery required
• Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, instrumentation, and procedures
• Ability to work independently on CVOR cases including TAVR and vascular cases
• Strong communication, teamwork, and ability to perform under pressure
• Ability to take call independently with advanced cardiac surgery skills
• Attention to detail and physical stamina for long, high-risk cases
• Maintains sterile field and safety protocols; participates in preoperative/postoperative activities and room turnover

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted CE opportunities
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Certification reimbursement and free access to CEUs
• Pet Insurance and Legal Resources Plan

About Sentara RMH Medical Center is a Magnet-designated hospital located in Harrisonburg, VA, serving a seven-county area with a population of 218,000. The 238-bed community hospital has a long history of service and offers advanced cancer care, obstetrics, and surgical procedures.

Equal Opportunity Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity and inclusion. This is a tobacco-free environment. Sentara Health employs associates across multiple states.

Job Details

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care