Description

American Traveler is seeking a CVOR Surgical Tech for a Level III Trauma Center requiring strong cardiovascular surgical experience and BLS certification.

Details

• 8-bed CVOR unit within a Level III Trauma Center and Magnet-designated facility
• Averages 10 cases per day including CABG, TAVR, valve replacements, robotic thoracic surgeries, generator exchanges, lead extractions, heart transplants, and fem-pop bypass
• 1:1 patient ratio with 2 RNs per case (Circulator and Med RN); travelers will circulate only
• 5x8-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday, with flexible start times between 0530-0630
• No floating required, aside from occasional assistance with cardiac procedures in Cath Lab or Main OR
• Weekend coverage is on-call only, approximately once per month (Sat/Sun 0700-0700)
• End of shift call required up to once per week with a 30-minute response time
• Holiday coverage is on-call only, as needed
• Uses EPIC, Alaris, Pyxis, and Davinci XI equipment

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of CVOR experience required across all cardiovascular and thoracic specialties
• BLS certification required
• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program required
• CST certification preferred
• Active license required if applicable
• EPIC experience required
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance in complex cardiovascular cases
• Strong background in fast-paced surgical environments
• Candidate's middle name/initial, DOB, and last 4 of SSN required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• Support structure includes a Department Supervisor, Manager, Team Lead, Surgical Assistant Lead, and 24/7 House Supervisor and Anesthesia availability
• Weekend program includes shared supervision across Main OR and CVOR with limited staffing
• 2 weeks of orientation provided
• First-time travelers are not recommended for this position
• Up to 7 days of time off can be approved, with additional requests subject to approval
• Facility adheres to a fatigue policy limiting staff to 60 hours per week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restrictions
• Former employees of Advocate Health or its subsidiaries must be separated for at least 12 months before becoming eligible for travel assignments
• Free parking and on-site cafeteria and Starbucks available