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Billings Clinic Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist in Billings, Montana
You'll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet® Recognition consecutively since 2006.And you'll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine!You can make a difference here. About UsBillings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.Your BenefitsWe provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full-time employees (minimum of 24 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide. Magnet: Commitment to Nursing ExcellenceBillings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet®-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. Click here to learn more!Pre-Employment RequirementsAll new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting. Click here to learn more! Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist CARDIAC SURGERY (BILLINGS CLINIC CLINIC) req8825Shift: Day, Evenings, Nights, WeekendsEmployment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater) Hours per Pay Period: 1.00 = 80 hours (Non-Exempt) Starting Wage DOE: $32.06 - $40.07This position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus, tuition loan repayment, and relocation assistanceUnder the clinical supervision of the cardiovascular physician and direct supervision of the Director Cardiac Services, the First Heart Scrub provides cardiovascular surgical assistance, assistance with clinical projects, staff education, and other cardiovascular surgery departmental functions.Essential Job Functions* Maintains a professional environment and exemplify Personal Service Excellence (PSE) standards.* Provides scrub coverage for all cardiovascular/thoracic operations. Assists cardiovascular surgeon with instruments, supplies, and equipment.* Serves as a patient advocate by maintaining a sterile field, ensuring adequate positioning and communicating any concerns.* Serve as a liaison for communication between surgeons and staff working in the surgery rooms. Assist with needed education of staff in the surgery rooms.* Maintains and shares current knowledge of cardiovascular surgeon's needs and techniques with all staff members.* Maintain instrument sets and communicate need for new instruments or repairs.* Participates in On-Call rotations for all cardiovascular/thoracic procedure needs which require availability 24 hours per day/365 days per year. On call rotations are assigned and split between the team.* Assists and participates in cardiovascular department research projects.* Utilizes performance improvement principles to assess and improve quality. Assists with process improvement strategies and quality assurance projects within the Operating Room and the Cardiovascular Surgical department.* Identifies needs and sets goals for own growth and development; meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements; acquires knowledge and skills essential to incorporating into practice proven new evaluation/treatment modalities. * Participates in continuing education offerings to maintain knowledge/skills on cardiovascular procedures.* Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic's mission, vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations. Meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency standards as it relates to the environment, employee, patient safety or job performance.* Performs all other duties as assigned or as needed to meet the needs To view the full job description, click here