CVOR Scrub Technician
Knoxville, TN
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Surgical Services - Scrub Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract

Job Description

• Must have recent required experience in Surgical Services, specifically as a Scrub Tech.
• Strong neuro and orthopedic experience required.
• Work schedule:

  • 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday through Friday
  • On-call 3-4 nights per week (3 PM to 7 AM)
  • Every other weekend on call
  • Holiday rotation required (all travelers must work at least one holiday shift as assigned by management).
• Float requirements apply.
• Orientation is bi-weekly.
• The facility does not approve pre-arranged Return to Office (RTO) at booking; all RTO must be approved by the manager during the assignment.
• Candidates must be willing to forego pre-approved RTO before submitting.

Required Certifications

• NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certification required
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (verify with program management if unclear):

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • CHEMO (Chemotherapy)
  • OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring)
  • NIH Stroke Certification
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
  • Tech Cert Verification (for Clinical Lab Scientists)
  • State License Verification and NURSYS Verification (for nursing licenses)

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Check:

  • Must be completed within 45 days of start and updated annually.
  • Includes 7-year SSN trace with complete address history, alias verification, national and state sex offender checks, criminal searches, abuse registry, and federal checks.
  • Alias Name Attestation required if applicable.

• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 12 months prior to start, signed by MD, DO, NP, APRN, or PA (Chiropractor not accepted).
  • Negative TB test (QGold or Skin Test) within 1 year; T-spots not accepted.
  • TB Questionnaire required.
  • Immunizations/vaccinations: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu vaccine (required for 2025-26 season with no declinations accepted; exemptions only for medical/religious reasons with proper documentation).
  • Drug testing within 45 days of start, including a comprehensive panel of substances.
  • Photo for badge (passport style, solid background, no filters or facial piercings).

• Competency Exams:

  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam
  • Color Blind Testing (within 12 months)
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (for RNs)
  • Core Competency Exams (Parts I, II, III) with minimum 80% pass rate, updated annually.

• History and References:

  • 2 supervisory references from employers within the last 3 years.
  • Employment application with 7-year work history, no unexplained gaps over 30 days, and active nursing license details.

• Skills Checklist:

  • Unit-specific skills checklist updated within the last year.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for holiday shifts and on-call responsibilities.
• Strong neuro and orthopedic surgical experience is emphasized.
• All certifications must be current and uploaded as actual certificates (screenshots or photos are not accepted).
• Facility-specific onboarding documents and attestations must be completed prior to start.
• Candidates must be willing to comply with all facility-specific requirements and policies.

This position is ideal for experienced Surgical Services professionals seeking a travel/contract opportunity with a reputable healthcare facility in Tennessee.