Surgical Technologist I

Sentara
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), 403(b), remote work
United States, Virginia, Harrisonburg
Apr 16, 2025
City/State Harrisonburg, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Sentara Rockingham Memorial Hospital located in Harrisonburg; Virginia is hiring a Surgical Techfor the Cardiac Operating Room! Hours are: Monday through Friday 6:30am to 2:30pm and required call.Candidate mustlive within 30 minutes of the hospital for call purposes.Weekday call is 1430-0600 the following morning - Weekend call is 24 hours Saturday and Sunday $15,000 Sign on Bonus available for qualified candidates. DepartmentOverview: We are made up of two operating rooms and one hybrid OR.The Surgical Tech will work with a multi-disciplinary team of Cardio-thoracic Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, Cardiovascular Technologists, and Physician Assistants and Registered Nurses.The Cardiothoracic Operating Room (CTOR) is part of the larger Surgical Services department at Sentara RMH in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Overall, there are 14 ORs, 2 minor surgery rooms, 6 procedure rooms, and 2 C-section suites. There are 2 dedicated CTORs, one Hybrid OR, and one Robotic OR where CTS cases are performed. Cardiac procedures we perform include: Aortic Root Replacement Pericardiectomy Thoracotomy Transmyocardial Revascularization Tricuspid Valve Repair/Replacement Ventricular Assist Device Placement Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery Cardiac repairs for: Aortic Aneurysm/Dissection (Ascending & Descending) Atrial Myxoma Atrial Septal Defect Patent Foramen Ovale Ventricular Septal Defect Ventricular Aneurysm The Surgical Technologist ensures that the operating room is properly prepared with the necessary instruments and equipment and assists the surgical team throughout the procedure by passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and anticipating the needs of the surgeon. The role involves maintaining patient safety and ensuring that the surgical environment is organized, clean, and sterile. The Surgical Technologist assists in applying dressings, securing surgical drapes and transferring patients to recovery areas. Adheres to infection control protocols and sterile techniques to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety. Education Trade School Graduate of Surgical Technology required Certification/Licensure Certified Surgical Technologist Licensed in the state BLS Experience 1 year of Operating Room experience preferred CVOR experience preferred New graduates with experience in the OR in other clinical roles would be considered strong understanding of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and patient safety protocols. #Talroo-Allied Health #ZipRecruiter Keywords: CST, NBSTSA, Surgical Tech, Technologist, Surg Tech, Scrub Tech, Cardiothoracic, CTOR, CVOR, Operating Room, OR . Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career * 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 * Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans * Life Insurance * 401k/403B with Employer Match * Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education * Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000 * Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development * Pet Insurance * Legal Resources Plan * Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met Sentara RMH Medical Center, a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art center equipped with the latest cancer fighting technologies available in the nation administrating more than 18,000 cancer treatments. With 1800 delivered babies, 60,000 emergency patients and 21,000 surgical procedures, Sentara has a position for you. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community. Our Caring Workplace Environment A Caring Commitment serving our community for 100+ years Free and convenient parking Collaboration and shared governance CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital EAP - 24 x 7 Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer* and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.