Travel Surgical Technologist
Columbia, SC
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,492/weekOverview
- Start Date04/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist in Columbia, SC (zip 29203) — 13-week travel contract with competitive weekly pay. Ideal for experienced CVOR surgical techs seeking travel surgical tech jobs and cardiovascular operating room experience in Columbia, South Carolina.
Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,010 - $2,160
- Location: Columbia, South Carolina (Columbia, SC 29203)
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 27, 2026 – July 27, 2026)
- Shift: 4x10-hour day shifts (07:00 – 17:30)
- Hours per Week: 40
- On-Call: Call requirements will be discussed during interview; includes weekend call coverage
- Orientation: 30 hours
- Role: CVOR Surgical Technologist / Cardiovascular Operating Room Tech (travel contract)
Qualifications / Job Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of recent CVOR Surgical Tech or Cardiovascular OR surgical technologist experience
- BLS certification required (American Heart Association preferred)
- NBSTSA certification or NCCT accepted if employed as a Surgical Tech in South Carolina prior to January 1, 2008
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or Surgical Technologist training in the U.S. Armed Forces
- EPIC EMR experience preferred (minimum 1 year)
- Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
- Local candidates accepted if residing over 50 miles from the facility
Responsibilities
- Scrub and circulate for cardiovascular and vascular operating room procedures as a CVOR Surgical Technologist
- Assist surgeons and perioperative team in maintaining a sterile field and following OR protocols
- Prepare, inspect, and maintain surgical instruments, implants, and specialized cardiovascular equipment
- Participate in on-call rotation, including weekend coverage as needed for emergency CVOR cases
- Float to other units per hospital needs and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (IV Teams, Radiology, PACU)
- Provide perioperative care for adult and geriatric patient populations in a high-volume hospital setting
Why Apply
- Work in a leading hospital performing cardiovascular and vascular cases in Columbia, South Carolina
- Competitive weekly pay for travel surgical tech roles
- Gain CVOR and EPIC EMR experience while working with a supportive surgical team
- Opportunity to explore Columbia (29203) — a vibrant city with parks, cultural attractions, and a friendly community
Apply now to be considered for this Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist opportunity in Columbia, SC. Join our healthcare team today and advance your surgical technologist career in cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) settings.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Columbia, SC
As a travel nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
- Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
- Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
- Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
- Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.
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