Cardiovascular Anesthesia Technologist

Sentara
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), 403(b), remote work
United States, Virginia, Norfolk
6015 Poplar Hall Drive (Show on map)
Mar 10, 2025
City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview: Sentara is hiring a Cardiovascular Anesthesia Technologist at Norfolk General Heart Hospital, in Norfolk Virginia. Overview The Cardiovascular Surgical Support Technologist Performs laboratory and Point of Care patient sample testing; documents and reports test results; maintains quality controls of all lab equipment, instruments, and tools. Performs various clinical pathological tests, such as blood gas analysis, electrolytes, blood clotting times, lactates, PT/INR. Performs Thromboelastographic, TEG, laboratory testing, Platelet Map Testing and instrument validation. Responsible for the establishment of non-invasive monitoring equipment. Monitors patient's electrocardiogram, EKG, oxygen saturation (SPO2) and invasive hemodynamic pressures during cardiac surgical, electrophysiology, EP, and Catheterization lab procedures. Assists Anesthesiologist with airway management and arterial and central catheter placement. Assists with insertion and performance of intra-aortic balloon pump therapy, able to expertly troubleshoot across all hospital units. Responsible for the collection and processing of intraoperative autologous blood. Performs basic troubleshooting, maintenance and quality controls on laboratory equipment specific to the department. Provides didactic and clerical training to employees and Cardiovascular Technology students. Utilizes the Gravitational platelet system. College degree in a science related field or graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology program required. Education Bachelor's Degree in Science REQUIRED Certification/Licensure Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED Experience No experience required Keywords: Talroo-Nursing. Cardiovascular. . We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is:$28.16 - $46.94 Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career * Medical, Dental, Vision plans * Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 * Paid Time Off and Sick Leave * Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave * Emergency Backup Care * Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans * Life Insurance * 401k/403B with Employer Match * Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education * Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000 * Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development * Pet Insurance * Legal Resources Plan * Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day! Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School. In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.