CVOR Tech

CVOR Surgical Technologist — Travel Contract

Columbia, SC | Days | 4x10 | 13 Weeks

This active cardiovascular OR performs a high volume of cardiac and vascular cases, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), aortic aneurysm repair, and angioplasty/stenting procedures. The patient population includes adults and geriatrics.

Shift & Schedule

• 4x10-hour days, 06:00–16:30
• On-call requirements vary by service line:
• Vascular: approximately 7–10 days on call per contract, including weekend coverage (Friday–Sunday)
• Cardiac: approximately 10–15 days on call per contract, including 2 weekends (Friday–Sunday)
• Call volume fluctuates with overall staffing levels
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2-week period

Role

Techs scrub all assigned cases. Circulating is not required, though assisting the circulating nurse in the room may occur as needed.

Required Certifications & Credentials

• BLS
• NBSTSA (NCCT accepted for South Carolina-specific eligibility criteria)
• ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of CVOR scrub experience
• Flu vaccine required; no exemptions accepted

Clinical Skills Required

• Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
• Aortic aneurysm repair
• Angioplasty/stenting
• Aseptic and universal protocol (time-out) compliance
• Radiation and sharps safety
• Specimen handling and labeling
• Mesh measuring and retained foreign object protocols

Education

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or U.S. Armed Forces surgical technologist training required.

Orientation

30-hour onboarding orientation; pre-assignment compliance modules required prior to start.