Travel Surgical Technologist
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Surgical Technologist (Surgical Tech) – CVOR travel assignment in Washington, DC 20010. 13-week travel opportunity; DC Surgical Tech license required, 2+ years cardiac/vascular OR experience, BLS.

Join a dynamic perioperative team in the heart of Washington, DC. We are seeking an experienced CVOR Surgical Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment at a renowned hospital serving a diverse urban patient population. This role is ideal for a surgical technologist with strong cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) skills and a passion for high-quality, team-based patient care.

Job Details

• Location: Washington, DC 20010 (Washington, DC travel surgical technologist job)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (April 13, 2026 – July 13, 2026)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1840 - $1970
• Shift: Day shifts, 3x12-hour (06:30 – 19:00) or (11:00 – 23:30); majority day shifts with up to two weeks of evening shifts per 6-week schedule
• Hours per Week: 36
• On Call: 6 calls per 6-week schedule
• Weekend/Holiday: 1 weekend shift and/or 1 holiday per 6-week schedule
• Float Requirement: May float to general surgery if no CVOR cases (perioperative and OR float)
• Scrubs Provided
• Flu Vaccine Required (no exemptions)

Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years recent Surgical Technologist experience, including cardiac and vascular (CVOR) surgical cases
• DC Surgical Tech license required at time of submission (Washington, DC credential required)
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Proficient in aseptic technique, case cart preparation, instrument handling, and scrubbing
• Experience with crash cart and Da Vinci Xi Robotics preferred
• Preferred experience across perioperative specialties: General, Ortho, Spine, Urology, Thoracic, Neuro/Spine, GYN, Bariatrics, Plastics, ENT, Transplant, Ophthalmology, Podiatry
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Must be able to take call and work scheduled weekends/holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in a variety of cardiovascular and general surgical procedures, maintaining sterile technique and patient safety in the CVOR
• Prepare, set up, and maintain surgical instruments, supplies, and sterile fields for cardiovascular and vascular cases
• Anticipate surgeon needs and assist with instrument passing, surgical counts, and procedure flow
• Operate and troubleshoot surgical equipment, including robotic systems when applicable
• Respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations, including crash cart utilization and ACLS protocols where applicable
• Float to general surgery or other perioperative areas as needed
• Participate in on-call rotation and cover weekend/holiday shifts as required
• Complete facility and unit-specific training and competency modules within required timeframes

Why Join Our Team

• Work with a leading cardiovascular operating room team in Washington, DC
• Gain travel surgical technologist experience in a high-volume, diverse clinical setting
• Scrubs provided and support for perioperative professional development
• Experience the best of Washington, DC — museums, dining, parks, and historic neighborhoods in 20010

Advance your career as a CVOR Surgical Technologist in Washington, DC. Apply now to join our surgical team — submit your resume and DC Surgical Tech license at time of submission. Join our healthcare team today!

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