Cardiovascular Certified Surgical Technologist (closed cardiac unit) – full time, days

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Central Maine Healthcare is looking for a Certified Surgical Technologist to join their Cardiovascular team!

Up to $7,500 sign on bonus available!*

This is a full time, benefits eligible position on the day shift.

Position Summary: 

The Cardiovascular Certified Surgical Technologist works on a multidisciplinary team to assist the performing Surgeon and/or Cardiac Anesthesiologist, in aspects of cardiovascular, vascular and endovascular procedures including diagnostic, therapeutic peripheral angiography, interventional and open surgical procedures. He/she performs duties and task in accordance with performance standards established for the job. The incumbent is responsible for participation in and completion of all patient safety initiatives appropriate to the position. In addition, the incumbent conducts all job responsibilities according to the Mission and Values of Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited school for Surgical Technologists.
• Required certification for surgical technologist with one (1) year of hire to job.
• Required maintaining approved national certification through completion of CEU requirements or testing.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.

Essential Duties:

• Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of facts and good judgment within the Surgical Technologist’s scope of practice.
• Functions proficiently as the first or second Surgical Technologist on any surgical procedure to assist the surgeon in the performance of the procedure.
• Maintains knowledge and skills current as to procedure, instrumentation, equipment, and surgeon preference.
• Checks all equipment/instruments needed, prior to each procedure to ensure proper functioning.
• Assists in positioning, prepping and draping of patients for surgical procedures.
• Scrubs in and assists Surgeon with manipulation of catheters and guidewires.
• Consults with attending surgeon as necessary to obtain specific additional items for planned procedure,
• Anticipates needs of surgeon during intraoperative phase.
• Preps and drapes patients following aseptic techniques.
• Carries out medical/surgical asepsis during procedures.
• Checks medication/drugs with RN as to name, dosage, and outdate; labels all medications on sterile field, per CMMC policy.
• Assures appropriate drugs are available to anesthesia staff.
• Sets up IV and pressure bags for specialty lines.
• Sets up and calibrates physiologic monitors appropriate to level of training.
• Stocks and assures appropriate function of all anesthesia supplies and equipment within the anesthesia work area of Cardiac OR
• Removes all special and reusable material after cases and responsible for cleaning in accordance with Infection Control policies.
• Accurately completes operating room counts (instruments, sponges, needles); follows proper procedure in the event of incorrect count; reports all discrepancies to Circulating Nurse and surgeon and/or corrects immediately.
• Demonstrates responsibility for care of instruments/equipment during intra/postoperative phase, including cleaning of instruments.
• Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of assigned case and instruments and/or trays to be pulled for the procedure.
• Consults with the STL to consolidate instrumentation/equipment required for the procedures.
• Regularly collaborates with other members of the surgical team, in order to maintain equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment for each individual surgical procedure.
• Follows aseptic technique, when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures.
• Sets up, scrubs, and prepares for procedures 15-45 minutes prior o scheduled time, unless otherwise directed.
• Verifies informed consent, site of surgery, patient ID verbally with surgeon, and RN.
• Maintains safe environment for patient, co-workers and self, per CMMC policies and procedures.
• Consults with other staff members, when in question or unfamiliar with equipment or procedure.
• Completes documentation within shift and meets current standards, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates competence in care of specimens and accurately handles specimens at all times.
• Assists with the cleaning and preparation of the rooms between procedure and after cases; restocks supplies, when necessary and organizes effectively for end-of-case clean up.
• Follows written procedures for steam sterilization; knows responsibilities and the necessity for chemical and biological monitoring, ensures sterility of flash autoclaved items through the proper use of flash autoclave indicators for each load processed, and follows proper procedure of tracking item (s).
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures per care of the patient initiated in response to unsafe environmental situations.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationship with co-workers for the patient’s benefit.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Adapts procedures to meet individual needs of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients for treatment.
• Maintains a basic understanding of individualized care specific to normal growth and development of age specific groups.
• Acts as a role model at all times. Supervises, precepts, and mentors’ new staff.
• Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.
• Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Protects patient’s sensitivities and right to privacy; closely observes patient with minimal disturbance.

What It’s Like Working At CMH: 

We are all about our team members growth and health. That why we prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members.

CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes:

• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Basic Life insurance at no cost
• Supplemental Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans
• Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance
• Family leave program for Parental Leaves
• Comprehensive Wellness Program

Living in Central Maine: 

While not at work, our team members enjoy the endless opportunities for entertainment that Maine has to offer. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy skiing, boating along the coast and hiking at a state or national park. Centrally located to several popular attractions, residents can embark on day trips to Boston, North Conway, New Hampshire and Boothbay Harbor. Maine is a wonderful place to raise a family, with safe communities and great public and private schools.

About Central Maine Healthcare:

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

*Internal team members and returning team members gone less than 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!