Travel Contract

Travel Surgical Technologist
Aurora, CO
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

$2,520/week

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Hospital

Description

Travel Surgical Technologist – CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) – Aurora, CO

Travel Surgical Technologist – CVOR in Aurora, CO | 3+ years cardiovascular OR experience, CST/ORT required. Join a high-acuity cardiovascular surgical team supporting CABG, Valve Replacement and TAVR procedures.

Join a dynamic Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) team as a Surgical Technologist in Aurora, Colorado (Denver metro). This travel surgical tech opportunity is ideal for experienced surgical technologists who thrive in high-acuity cardiac surgical environments and want to advance their cardiovascular OR experience. Aurora offers proximity to the Rocky Mountains, outdoor recreation, dining, and cultural attractions.

Job Details

  • Location: Aurora, CO 80012 (Aurora, Colorado; Denver metro)
  • Role: Travel Surgical Technologist / Surgical Tech – Cardiovascular OR (CVOR)
  • Setting: Hospital – Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
  • Assignment Type: Travel (Travel Surgical Tech / Travel CVOR)
  • Start Date: May 4, 2026
  • End Date: August 3, 2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 10-hour day shifts
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,810 – $1,940
  • Hours per Week: 40
  • Call: Required (details discussed during interview)
  • Weekends: No weekends required

Surgical Technologist Requirements / Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of Cardiovascular Surgery / CVOR experience required (Cardiac OR, vascular surgery experience)
  • Current CST or ORT certification (Certified Surgical Technologist)
  • Proficiency with procedures such as CABG, AAA, Valve Replacement, and TAVR
  • Experience with Stryker/GE equipment and Meditech EMR preferred
  • Flexible, confident, and a strong team player; able to float to support other campuses as needed
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced cardiovascular surgical environment and participate in call rotation

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in complex cardiovascular surgical procedures including CABG, AAA repairs, valve replacements, and TAVR
  • Prepare and maintain a sterile field and adhere to all surgical safety protocols
  • Work collaboratively with RNs, CSTs, surgeons, and perioperative staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes
  • Support the CVOR team across multiple campuses as needed (float to other sites)
  • Participate in call rotation and respond to urgent cardiac cases as required
  • Demonstrate adaptability, clinical proficiency, and strong communication in a high-acuity OR setting

Why This Travel CVOR Opportunity?

  • Advance your cardiovascular surgical technologist career with high-acuity cardiac cases
  • Work in a collaborative CVOR team in the Denver-Aurora area
  • Competitive weekly pay for travel surgical tech assignments

Apply now to join our CVOR team in Aurora, CO — a great travel surgical tech job for experienced CSTs. Submit your resume and certifications to be considered for this travel healthcare opportunity.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We 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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #474996. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Hospital

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

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About Aurora, CO

As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
  • Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
  • Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
  • Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.
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