Cardiac Scrub Technologist (CVOR)
Ann Arbor, MI
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Surgical Services - Cardiac Scrub Tech

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Start Date Options: January 5 or January 12
• Specialty: Cardiac scrub tech (CV Scrub) skillset required
• Experience: Minimum 2 years required; first-time travelers not accepted
• Patient Population: Adult cardiac surgery patients, vascular and thoracic cases, complex and high acuity
• Call Requirements: Weekend and weeknight call required
• Float: As needed within scope

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only, no certificates of completion accepted
• CST (Certified Surgical Technologist)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, no RQI or certificates of completion accepted
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - as applicable, AHA only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - as applicable, AHA only
• State License verification and NURSYS verification (for RN, LPN/LVN, AP as applicable)
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required for ICU units including CVICU

Experience & Documentation Requirements

• 2 recent professional references from managers/supervisors (charge RN references not accepted)
• Employment application required
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG - all required prior to start and updated annually
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (N95 masks accepted)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella - positive titer or 2 vaccines, boosters if negative/equivocal
  • Hepatitis B - titer, series, or declination (declination required if titer low/equivocal)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; if past positive, clear chest X-ray within 5 years and annual TB questionnaire
• Seasonal flu vaccination required year-round with strict deadlines; no exemptions allowed

Orientation & Facility Requirements

• Candidates must complete essential orientation paperwork within 3 weeks of start date
• Facility-specific documents must be reviewed and signed prior to start, including:

  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Code of Conduct Attestation
  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure
  • Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy Attestation
  • Cornerstone Module Attestation
• Pass/fail EKG competency test on arrival to orientation (educators available, two attempts allowed)
• Badge and pager return policies apply at assignment end to avoid fees

Summary

This position is ideal for experienced cardiac scrub techs with required certifications and a strong background in adult cardiac surgery. Candidates must be prepared for call responsibilities and float assignments, maintain up-to-date immunizations and health screenings, and complete facility-specific orientation and compliance requirements.