Children's National Medical Center
Cardiac Surgical Technologist | CVOR Experience Required | $25K Sign On!
Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The Division of Cardiac Surgery at Children's National Hospital is seeking an experienced cardiovascular surgical technologist to join our team. NBSTSA certification is required. As a member of the Operating Room team, the Cardiac Surgical Technologist will function in the scrub role and will monitor and maintain aseptic technique, equipment, supplies and instruments. They will be responsible to receive, wash, inspect, prepare, sterilize and store instruments, trays, equipment and supplies according to policy and procedures. In addition, the candidate is expected to rotate and function in other area services when there are no cardiac procedures.
About Children's National Cardiac Surgery Program
Our team of internationally renowned heart surgeons and pediatric cardiologists provide the following to our pediatric patients:
Expertise:
Our surgeons use advanced surgical procedures, including the most up-to-date cardiopulmonary bypass techniques. Our approach to care results in shorter lengths of stay for patients following surgery. One-third of our surgeries for congenital heart defects are performed on children under three months, leading to a repair that grows with the child, quicker recovery and less stress on the family.Subspecialty care:
It takes a team to care for a child. As a major pediatric academic medical center, we also offer care in the more than 40 subspecialties the patient may need before, during and after heart surgery.Level 1 Surgery Verification:
We have attained Level 1 Surgery Verification from the American College of Surgeons, a distinction that recognizes surgery centers that have improved surgical quality, prevented complications, reduced costs and saved lives.Dedicated anesthesiologists:
We have one of the few programs in the nation with an anesthesiology team dedicated exclusively to pediatric heart patients.Advanced technology and research:
We've incorporated the most sophisticated technology available into our procedure rooms and Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (Cardiac ICU).Cardiac ICU rooms for parents:
We designed extra-large rooms in our Cardiac ICU, with plenty of room for one or both parents to stay with their child.
Cardiac Surgery Procedures
Children's National offers a comprehensive surgical program that includes the full range of procedures available for the treatment of pediatric cardiac disease and congenital heart defects.
Aortic valve stenosis repairArterial switch operation (ASO)Atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect closuresFontan procedureGlenn procedureHypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome hybrid procedureNeonatal Ross procedureNikaidoh procedurePAVC repairTetralogy of Fallot repairTransposition of great arteries repair
Cardiac Surgery Programs
Congenital Heart Defect Surgery:
We offer the full spectrum of congenital heart surgeries, including the most complex procedures.Advanced Cardiac Therapies and Heart Transplant Program:
Our experienced team provides a full spectrum of therapies for children with heart failure.Ventricular Assist Devices Program:
We offer the next generation of ventricular assist devices for children.Pre-Operative Care Clinic:
The Pre-Operative Care Clinic's team of pediatric professionals screens patients for surgery and creates a specific care plan for each patient.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:High School Diploma or GED (Required)Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
Minimum Work Experience:2 years' experience as a Cardiovascular Operating Room Technician in the OR with specialty in adult or pediatric open heart procedures (Required).
Functional Accountabilities
Prepare the Operating Room for cardio-vascular surgical procedures.Identify, select, and handle the appropriate types of accessory and specialty equipment needed for cardio-vascular surgical procedure.Select and apply appropriate draping material for surgical procedures.Identify and prepare the customized cardiac sterile packs and trays based on the type of cardiac procedure.Select appropriate surgical sutures specific to cardiac procedures and patient's age.
Aseptic Technique
Apply the correct technique of disinfection and follow manufacturer protocol.Utilize the appropriate sterilizer for sterilization purposes.Maintain highest standards of sterile technique during operative procedure.Maintain surveillance of sterilization; maintain and monitor the daily records and indicators.
Scrub Role Competency
Follow principle of correct hand scrub; gown and glove self and other intraoperative members.Pass correct and appropriate instrumentation, supplies and sutures as needed by the surgical team.Follow established policy and procedure for all counts; initiate corrective action when counts are incorrect.Anticipate emergency or unusual circumstances.Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
Supplies
Organize supplies in the sterile field.Count instruments, sponges, needles and other items as indicated by unit/hospital policy.Properly store and rotate sterile supplies in the O.R. and sterile processing.
Organizational Accountabilities
Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.Contribute to a positive work environment.Use resources efficiently.
Primary Location:
District of Columbia-Washington
Work Locations:
CN Hospital (Main Campus), 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington, 20010
Job:
Allied Health
Organization:
Surgery COE
Position Status:
R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time
Shift:
Day
Work Schedule:
M-F Four ten hour shifts and call
Job Posting:
Aug 14, 2024, 5:02:43 PM
Full-Time Salary Range:
81224 - 161075.2
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About Children's National Cardiac Surgery Program
Our team of internationally renowned heart surgeons and pediatric cardiologists provide the following to our pediatric patients:
Expertise:
Our surgeons use advanced surgical procedures, including the most up-to-date cardiopulmonary bypass techniques. Our approach to care results in shorter lengths of stay for patients following surgery. One-third of our surgeries for congenital heart defects are performed on children under three months, leading to a repair that grows with the child, quicker recovery and less stress on the family.Subspecialty care:
It takes a team to care for a child. As a major pediatric academic medical center, we also offer care in the more than 40 subspecialties the patient may need before, during and after heart surgery.Level 1 Surgery Verification:
We have attained Level 1 Surgery Verification from the American College of Surgeons, a distinction that recognizes surgery centers that have improved surgical quality, prevented complications, reduced costs and saved lives.Dedicated anesthesiologists:
We have one of the few programs in the nation with an anesthesiology team dedicated exclusively to pediatric heart patients.Advanced technology and research:
We've incorporated the most sophisticated technology available into our procedure rooms and Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (Cardiac ICU).Cardiac ICU rooms for parents:
We designed extra-large rooms in our Cardiac ICU, with plenty of room for one or both parents to stay with their child.
Cardiac Surgery Procedures
Children's National offers a comprehensive surgical program that includes the full range of procedures available for the treatment of pediatric cardiac disease and congenital heart defects.
Aortic valve stenosis repairArterial switch operation (ASO)Atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect closuresFontan procedureGlenn procedureHypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome hybrid procedureNeonatal Ross procedureNikaidoh procedurePAVC repairTetralogy of Fallot repairTransposition of great arteries repair
Cardiac Surgery Programs
Congenital Heart Defect Surgery:
We offer the full spectrum of congenital heart surgeries, including the most complex procedures.Advanced Cardiac Therapies and Heart Transplant Program:
Our experienced team provides a full spectrum of therapies for children with heart failure.Ventricular Assist Devices Program:
We offer the next generation of ventricular assist devices for children.Pre-Operative Care Clinic:
The Pre-Operative Care Clinic's team of pediatric professionals screens patients for surgery and creates a specific care plan for each patient.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:High School Diploma or GED (Required)Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
Minimum Work Experience:2 years' experience as a Cardiovascular Operating Room Technician in the OR with specialty in adult or pediatric open heart procedures (Required).
Functional Accountabilities
Prepare the Operating Room for cardio-vascular surgical procedures.Identify, select, and handle the appropriate types of accessory and specialty equipment needed for cardio-vascular surgical procedure.Select and apply appropriate draping material for surgical procedures.Identify and prepare the customized cardiac sterile packs and trays based on the type of cardiac procedure.Select appropriate surgical sutures specific to cardiac procedures and patient's age.
Aseptic Technique
Apply the correct technique of disinfection and follow manufacturer protocol.Utilize the appropriate sterilizer for sterilization purposes.Maintain highest standards of sterile technique during operative procedure.Maintain surveillance of sterilization; maintain and monitor the daily records and indicators.
Scrub Role Competency
Follow principle of correct hand scrub; gown and glove self and other intraoperative members.Pass correct and appropriate instrumentation, supplies and sutures as needed by the surgical team.Follow established policy and procedure for all counts; initiate corrective action when counts are incorrect.Anticipate emergency or unusual circumstances.Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
Supplies
Organize supplies in the sterile field.Count instruments, sponges, needles and other items as indicated by unit/hospital policy.Properly store and rotate sterile supplies in the O.R. and sterile processing.
Organizational Accountabilities
Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.Contribute to a positive work environment.Use resources efficiently.
Primary Location:
District of Columbia-Washington
Work Locations:
CN Hospital (Main Campus), 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington, 20010
Job:
Allied Health
Organization:
Surgery COE
Position Status:
R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time
Shift:
Day
Work Schedule:
M-F Four ten hour shifts and call
Job Posting:
Aug 14, 2024, 5:02:43 PM
Full-Time Salary Range:
81224 - 161075.2
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