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A CVOR surgical technologist is an allied health professional who prepares for and assists with cardiovascular procedures. Before surgery, the CVOR surgical tech assembles equipment, gathers supplies, prepares the instrument tray and positions the patient. Once the operation begins, the role of the CVOR surgical tech is to assist surgeons and other OR staff by passing instruments and supplies, maintaining the sterile field and monitoring the patient for complications. After surgery, the CVOR surgical tech gathers used equipment for sterilization.
How do you become a CVOR surgical technologist?
Before you can work in the CVOR, you must complete an approved surgical technology program to learn about human anatomy, microbiology, surgical patient care, surgical pharmacology and other relevant topics. If you don't already have a college degree, you may be required to take English composition, math and other general education courses.
To practice as a CVOR surgical tech, you must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS). If you work in Arkansas, you must apply for licensure through the Arkansas State Medical Board. According to the College of Health Care Professions, nine states require all surgical technologists to be certified by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). One state, New York, requires the NBSTSA credential or another nationally recognized certification.
What credentials/licensing does a CVOR surgical technologist require?
Not all states require NBSTSA certification, but obtaining the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential may help you advance your career. To sit for the CST exam, you must graduate from a program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. NBSTSA also accepts applicants who graduated from military training programs. The CST exam has 175 questions, but only 150 questions count toward your score.
Average Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist Salary
$2,221/week
The average salary for a Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist is $2,221 per week. This is 12% lower than the practicing US average of $2,481.
Last updated on August 30, 2026. Based on 2,127 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Salaries for Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$2,221/week
12% lower than the practicing US average.
$2,481/week
United States
Where do Travel CVOR Surgical Technologists get paid the most?
| State | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | $2,921 | $3,432 |
| New Mexico | $2,715 | $3,088 |
| Wisconsin | $2,693 | $3,715 |
| Vermont | $2,653 | $3,163 |
| New Hampshire | $2,483 | $2,662 |
| Alaska | $2,481 | $2,815 |
| South Dakota | $2,407 | $2,941 |
| Pennsylvania | $2,383 | $3,322 |
| Kentucky | $2,367 | $2,736 |
| District of Columbia | $2,366 | $2,594 |
| Michigan | $2,336 | $2,800 |
| Illinois | $2,328 | $2,766 |
| Massachusetts | $2,311 | $3,121 |
| Minnesota | $2,310 | $2,640 |
| Ohio | $2,281 | $3,192 |
What cities pay the most for Travel CVOR Surgical Technologists?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, Nevada | $3,303 | $3,432 |
| Marysville, California | $3,270 | $3,400 |
| Glenwood Springs, Colorado | $2,984 | $3,200 |
| Madison, Wisconsin | $2,970 | $3,715 |
| Lodi, California | $2,924 | $3,286 |
| Portsmouth, Virginia | $2,761 | $3,344 |
| Milwaukee, Wisconsin | $2,710 | $2,865 |
| Kansas City, Kansas | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| Albuquerque, New Mexico | $2,699 | $3,088 |
| Virginia Beach, Virginia | $2,676 | $2,676 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist jobs?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Olaro-Allied | $3,356 | $3,356 |
| Amergis Healthcare Staffing Boston | $3,121 | $3,121 |
| Greenstaff Medical US-Allied | $3,088 | $3,088 |
| Compunnel Healthcare | $3,030 | $3,030 |
| GHR Healthcare - Travel Division | $3,006 | $3,006 |
| Treva Workforce | $2,978 | $2,978 |
| Trinity Health FirstChoice | $2,960 | $3,120 |
| Bestica | $2,932 | $3,357 |
| KTI Health | $2,916 | $2,916 |
| Healthworks Inc | $2,898 | $3,322 |
Last updated on August 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist Career Guide
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Go to the guideTop Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist Jobs
CVOR Technologist
- Pomona, New Jersey
- AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center - Mainland Campus
- Coast Medical Service and 9 others
UP TO $3,520/wk
Estimated pay packageCVOR Technologist
- Columbus, Ohio
- Ohio State's Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital
- Host Healthcare and 7 others
UP TO $2,837/wk
Estimated pay packageCVOR Technologist
- Waterbury, Connecticut
- Waterbury Hospital
- Host Healthcare and 3 others
UP TO $2,830/wk
Estimated pay packageCVOR Technologist
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
- Coast Medical Service and 5 others
UP TO $2,865/wk
CVOR Technologist
- Anchorage, Alaska
- Providence Alaska Medical Center
- American Consultants and 20 others
UP TO $2,815/wk
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How can you increase your pay as a travel CVOR surgical technologist?
To increase your pay as a CVOR surgical technologist, consider registering with a travel staffing agency. As noted above, the average travel assignment pays more than double the average staff job. If you're willing to travel, you can increase your earnings without any additional education or training.
How much does a travel cardiovascular operating room surgical technologist make?
Travel CVOR surgical technologists had an average weekly wage of $2,335 weekly, according to Vivian Health's salary data for the week ending May 13, 2023.
Do travel CVOR surgical technologists earn more than staff CVOR surgical technologists?
Many factors affect compensation in the healthcare industry, but travel CVOR surgical techs tend to earn more than staff CVOR techs. Per Vivian Health's salary data for May 13, 2023, staff jobs paid an average of $28.66 per hour. That converts to a weekly salary of $1,146.40 if you work 40 hours weekly. Travel assignments paid an average of $2,335 per week, more than double the average for staff jobs.
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