CVOR Surgical Technologist

Overview

We are seeking an experienced CVOR Surgical Technologist (CVOR Tech) to join the surgical services team at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Surgical Tech with cardiovascular and cardiothoracic OR experience who is looking for a rewarding travel assignment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of surgical technology experience, with strong experience supporting cardiovascular and thoracic procedures in a CVOR environment.

Duties

• Provide sterile field support during cardiovascular, cardiothoracic, vascular, thoracic, and general surgical procedures.
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, supplies, and case carts.
• Assist the surgical team with complex CVOR procedures while maintaining strict aseptic technique.
• Properly handle and care for scopes, fiber-optic equipment, light sources, and specialized surgical instrumentation.
• Assist with cardiovascular and thoracic procedures including CABG, valve replacement, aortic procedures, TAVR, VAD, and other complex cases.
• Support robotic, laparoscopic, hybrid OR, and endoscopic procedures as applicable.
• Follow appropriate sterilization, disinfection, and instrument-processing procedures.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and sterile surgical environment.
• Float to the Main OR as needed, within facility and scope of practice.
• Participate in call coverage as required.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other members of the surgical team.

Preferred Clinical Experience

Experience with the following is highly desirable:

Cardiovascular

• Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
• Aortic aneurysm repair
• Mitral valve replacement
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
• Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)
• Pericardial window
• Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) repair
• Endovascular Aortic Repair (EVAR)

Vascular

• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) repair
• Carotid endarterectomy
• Endovascular aneurysm repair
• Femoral-popliteal bypass
• TEVAR
• Vein stripping
• Atherectomy

Thoracic & Other Procedures

• Lung resection / thoracotomy
• VATS (Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery)
• Bronchoscopy
• Laparoscopic-assisted procedures
• Robotic cardiothoracic surgery
• Thoracic transplant experience

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Surgical Technologist experience
• CVOR experience strongly preferred
• Experience with cardiovascular/cardiothoracic procedures preferred
• BLS required
• ACLS preferred
• Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and sterile processing
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Ability to float to the Main OR as needed
• Travel experience is not required

Preferred Experience

• Teaching hospital experience
• Trauma Level I or Level II experience
• Community hospital experience
• Hybrid OR experience
• General OR experience
• Cardiovascular/thoracic transplant experience
• Thoracic robotics experience
• Endoscope reprocessing and sterile processing experience

Schedule & Contract Details

• 3 shifts per week
• 12-hour day shifts
• 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Call required
• Float required within facility/scope of practice
• Patient ratio: 1:1
• Patient population: Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics
• One pre-approved time-off request permitted

Compensation

$2,200 – $2,400 per week, based on experience, qualifications, and applicable clinical skills.

Why Apply?

Join a respected healthcare environment and gain valuable experience working alongside a multidisciplinary surgical team in a high-acuity CVOR setting. This assignment is ideal for an experienced CVOR Tech looking for a strong travel opportunity in Atlanta.

Apply today to be considered for this CVOR Tech travel assignment.

Pay: $2,200.00 - $2,400.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• License reimbursement
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Best time to connect over a call
• How soon you can start the contract?

Experience:

• CVOR: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person