Cardiac Surgical Technician*
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: Murrieta
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Surgery - (Per diem, Day Shift) -
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
The Cardiac Surgical Technician, under the guidance of the
Registered Nurse (RN), is responsible for the care and safety of
the patients who come under his or her care. Assists with
age-specific cardiac surgical procedures and practices principles
of surgical asepsis. Identifies breaks in the sterile field and
ensures that appropriate action is taken. Anticipates needs of the
surgical team and promotes efficient flow of the operative
procedure. Ensures effective communication between the charge
nurse, the patient, staff, physicians, and other hospital
departments. Consistently demonstrates behaviors that model the
LLUMC Murrieta Mission and Vision.
Performs other duties as needed.
High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate of an accredited
Operating Room Technician (ORT) or Certified Surgical Technician
program or equivalent experience and skill to meet competency
requirements of the position. Minimum two years Cardiothoracic
scrub experience in an acute care facility required. Current Basic
Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart
Association required. Certification as surgical technician required
within 6 months of hire. Operating Room Technician (ORT)
certification preferred.
Demonstrates knowledge of autoclaves and sterilization modes.
Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy, physiology and Pathophysiology.
Demonstrates knowledge of the use of equipment, instruments and
supplies. Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures and
terminology. Ability to work cooperatively with the surgical team.
Demonstrates competency in the practice of advanced level case
assignment and advanced level equipment. Able to relate and
communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with
others; be assertive and consistent in following and enforcing
policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure;
lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to
communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on
the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal
supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple
assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve;
organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy;
pay close attention to detail. Able to distinguish colors and
smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general
conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and
distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and
patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical
records, and written documents necessary to position; discern
temperature variances through touch.
Additional Information
Keywords: Loma Linda University Health, Corona , Cardiac Surgical Technician*, Professions , Murrieta, California
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