Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II
Sentara Health
Summary
Sentara is hiring an experienced Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II for Sentara's Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia.
Job description
Shift: Four ten-hour shifts 0700-1730, Monday-Friday, with rotating call
Overview of Heart Hospital
Sentara Norfolk General/Sentara Heart Hospital is a comprehensive, Level 1 Trauma center, located in Norfolk, VA. The Heart Hospital Cardiac Surgery program has dedicated CVOR rooms, served by a dedicated cardiac OR team, who perform high volume, complex open-heart CABG, Valve, Aortic, and Structural cases (TAVR). We also serve as the regional center for ECMO/MCS, Heart Transplant, and Aortic dissection cares.
Overview
The Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II is an experienced, highly skilled member of the surgical team who specializes in assisting with complex cardiovascular procedures, including open-heart surgeries, vascular repairs, and endovascular interventions. This role involves preparing the operating room with appropriate sterile instruments and equipment, anticipating the surgeon's needs during procedures, and maintaining strict adherence to aseptic technique.
The Technologist II level demonstrates advanced knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, surgical instrumentation, and procedural flow, and often serves as a preceptor or resource for junior technologists and students. The position requires strong collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and nursing staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative process.
Requirements
- Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree REQUIRED
- Virginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIRED
- NBSTSA CST Certification REQUIRED
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED
- 2 years Cardiovascular or Thoracic experience REQUIRED
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Adoption, Fertility & Surrogacy Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
- Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Critical Illness Plans
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Debt Pay Down
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
Company overview
Sentara Health is a leading not-for-profit integrated healthcare delivery system serving Virginia, northeastern North Carolina, and Florida. Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Hampton Roads, Virginia, Sentara operates 12 acute care hospitals across its service area, with 10 hospitals holding prestigious Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence. The organization employs approximately 34,000 healthcare professionals and serves over 1 million health plan members through its Sentara Health Plans division. As one of the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the United States, Sentara is nationally recognized for clinical quality, safety, and innovation. The system has received numerous accolades including Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), Forbes' "America's Best-In-State Employer" (2024), and inclusion in IBM Watson Health's "Top 15 Health Systems." Sentara's comprehensive services span hospital care, outpatient facilities, home health, hospice services, and specialized programs like the Nightingale air ambulance service, which has completed over 20,000 missions since 1982.