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Certified Cardiac Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular Surgery

Bon Secours Mercy Health·Portsmouth, Virginia

Other·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 9 days ago
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About the role

Assists surgeons and nurses during cardiovascular invasive procedures by preparing the operating room, assembling sterile supplies, and maintaining the sterile field. Responsible for providing instruments to the surgical team and ensuring accurate surgical counts and specimen labeling.

Bon Secours As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care.

Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.

Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Surgical Tech Certified Cardiac Team - Maryview Medical Center Job Summary: The Surgical Tech Certified Cardiac Team assists surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and gathering patient and case specific supplies and equipment.

The Surgical Tech Certified Cardiac Team will prepare the operating room surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment, and will obtain special supplies indicated by physician.

The Surgical Tech Certified Cardiac Team also sets up and operates a variety of specialized instrumentation, manual and powered equipment.

Essential Functions: Functions as the scrub person and assists as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.

Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN.

Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed.

Assists with placement of sterile drapes.

Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.

Retrieves and collects specimens and labels specimens.

Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator.

Provides complete case preparation.

Provides complete case preparation and knows, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations.

Demonstrates knowledge of patient’s rights and responsibilities according to the patient's age and understanding.

Demonstrates understanding of patient's Advance Directives.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.

Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

  • Associate degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in
  • Surgical
  • Technology (required)
  • Required
  • Licensing &
  • Certifications: BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at
  • BSMH)
  • Certified in one of the following (required): Certified Surgical Technologist - The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Certified Surgical First Technologist- National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (required) If employed in South Carolina NBSTSA certification is required. If certified prior to 2008 NBSTSA or NCCT certification is accepted. If employed in Virginia, must be certified by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor and hold a certification with the Virginia Board of Medicine.

Experience

  • 2 years' experience in an Operating Room (required) Experience in cardiovascular operating room (preferred)
  • Skills &
  • Abilities:
  • Hard/Tech/Clinical
  • Skills: Monitor patient conditions during treatment Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care Analytical skills Working knowledge of basic sciences, such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, asepsis, sterile techniques and operating room techniques Ability to follow instructions ​
  • Soft/Interpersonal
  • Skills: Attention to detail Acceptance of authority Critical thinking Communication with family members Teamwork Conflict resolution Active listening Relationship building Possess Surgical Conscience Anticipate Needs Flexible Takes direction Able to work under pressure Professionalism Moves with a sense of urgency Range:

Minimum

$24.94

Maximum

$38.68 As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

Requirements

Requires an Associate degree or vocational/military certificate in Surgical Technology and certification from NBSTSA. Candidates must have at least 2 years of operating room experience and BLS certification.

  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • Teamwork
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Relationship Building
  • Professionalism
  • Sterile Field Maintenance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Active Listening
  • Aseptic Technique
  • Specimen Collection
  • Microbiology
  • Case Preparation
  • Surgical Instrumentation
  • Anatomy And Physiology
  • Patient Rights Knowledge
  • Surgical Scrubbing

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Parental Leave
  • Professional Development
  • Short-term Disability
  • Long-term Disability
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Prescription Coverage
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Incentives
  • Continuing Education Support
  • Hsa/Fsa Options
  • Backup Care For Children And Elders
  • 403(b) With Employer Contributions
  • Fmla Leave

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Portsmouth, Virginia
Posted
Jul 19, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Bon Secours Mercy Health

Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) is a global Catholic health ministry operating in the United States, Ireland and the Philippines. A $14 billion organization, BSMH delivers care and health services through 47 hospitals and a network of approximately 60,000 associates, including...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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