Cardiac Surgical Technologist

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility; OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.
• 0-Less than 12 Months of healthcare experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• New g raduates of an accredited Surgical Tech Program must obtain credential within 12 months of graduation date .
• Duties and Responsibilities : The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list . Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
• Functions in a professional manner as the Surgical Technologist Operating Room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure.
• Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts.
• Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments , supplies and equipment for surgical cases .
• Performs related activities under the direction of the surgeon .
• Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy.
• Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy.
• Manages surgic

Benefits

Additional Information

Join One of New England's Leading Cardiac Surgery Programs At Tufts Medical Center , our Cardiovascular Operating Room team supports some of the most advanced and complex cardiac procedures in the region. Surgical Technologists are integral members of the surgical team, assisting in innovative cardiovascular surgeries while working alongside nationally recognized surgeons, perfusionists, anesthesia providers, and perioperative staff in a highly specialized environment. Since 2000, Tufts Medical Center has performed more adult heart transplants than any other hospital in New England, completing 657 transplants during that time. In 2024, the program set a new regional record by performing 70 adult heart transplants, surpassing its previous record of 61 in 2023. Grow Your Skills in a High-Acuity Surgical Environment Cardiac Surgical Technologists at Tufts Medical Center are part of a collaborative team focused on delivering safe, seamless, and exceptional patient care during every procedure. The complexity of our cardiac cases provides ongoing opportunities to strengthen technical expertise, expand clinical knowledge, and grow within a fast-paced academic medical center setting. Our department values teamwork, communication, and continuous learning. Staff are supported through comprehensive training, mentorship, and ongoing professional development opportunities designed to help Surgical Technologists build confidence and advance their careers in cardiovascular surgery. Tufts Medical Center is a world-renowned academic medical center that has been caring for patients across New England for more than 200 years. As the principal teaching hospital of Tufts University School of Medicine and a nationally respected research institution, we are known for delivering groundbreaking, patient-centered care across more than 100 specialties and services, from primary care to our Level I Trauma Center to the region's leading heart transplant program. Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing medical and clinical support services to patients . In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Surgical Services duties: Responsible for medical services involving the excision or incision of a patient's body, such as interventional pain management and other procedures. This position also works to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing invasive procedures or surgery. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An entry-level role typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring vocational or technical education . Work is routine or follows standard procedures, is closely supervised, and communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation. Job Overview This position is an entry level Surgical Technician position who practices under the supervision of the surgical team in the Operating Room to deliver patient care throughout the perioperative experience. A ssists the Surgeon during surgery by providing the appropriate instruments and in maintaining and organizing operating room equipment. P erforms according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital . Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care. Job Description

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