Surgical Technician - Cardiac - Main OR West Valley

Description

The Cardiac Surgical Tech completes surgical set-ups according to department standards and physician preference cards. The Surgical Tech is a member of the surgical team providing care to the patient and is responsible for maintaining the sterile field; surgical instrumentation; preparation of supplies and equipment; as well as other related duties. Duties include anticipating physician needs at the sterile field, preparing supplies, instruments and equipment. The Surgical Tech is responsible for implementing aseptic technique, practices related to prevention of retained foreign objects, safe medication labeling and handling, anticipatory skills related to the sequence of the procedure, specimen handling, and adhering to department policies, procedures, and practices.

Salary range: 35.86-42.23 hourlyQualifications

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technician program or relevant years of experience required or CST

BLS

Minimum 1 year of Cardiac Surgical Tech experience required

More than 1 year of cardiac experience highly desired

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