Description

American Traveler is seeking an OR Technician - First Assist with a minimum of 3 years of cardiovascular experience and EVH certification for a 13-week hospital Operating Room assignment in Brooksville, FL.

Details

• Hospital Operating Room setting in Brooksville, FL
• 10-hour day shifts, 40 hours per week, running 6:30 AM–5:00 PM
• Call coverage required: weekday call runs from end of scheduled shift through 7:00 AM the following morning; weekend and holiday call runs from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM the following day
• Cardiovascular surgical patient population with a focus on vein harvesting procedures
• First Assists may be expected to cover the Surgical Tech role as needed throughout the week
• Floating not required

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of cardiovascular surgical experience (non-negotiable)
• Must be able to independently perform endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH)
• EVH certification through NBSTSA, NSAA, or ABSA required
• CFSA through CAAHEP, CST through ABHES, or NBSTSA certification required
• BLS certification required
• 2 professional references dated within the last 12 months required for consideration
• Skills checklist dated within the last 12 months required for consideration
• License required if applicable
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted

Additional Information

• Provide direct surgical assistance to surgeons during cardiovascular and other OR procedures
• Independently perform endoscopic vein harvesting as a core responsibility of this role
• Position and prep patients prior to surgery, ensuring proper draping and sterile field setup
• Maintain surgical visibility for the surgeon using instruments such as retractors and sponges
• Assist with controlling bleeding, closing surgical sites using sutures or staples, and dressing wounds
• Collaborate with surgeons and the broader surgical team to support proper post-operative care
• All requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed at the time of profile submission
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position