CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist
Austin, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical Technologist (CVOR) - Travel Assignment

Location: Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

• Minimum of 3 years recent full-time experience as a CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist in a high-volume hospital setting.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of cardiac, thoracic, and vascular procedures.
• Candidates with less experience or requiring extensive onboarding will not be considered.
• Must provide verifiable references from at least two prior travel assignments confirming no training was needed.
• Ability to function independently in a fast-paced surgical environment and “hit the ground running.”
• Schedule: 3 shifts, 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM on weekdays (based on department need).
• Weekend position: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
• Participation in call coverage after normal business hours and weekends is required.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

• License: Current Certified Surgical Technologist license valid in Texas.
• Certifications:

  • BLS (American Heart Association) required.
• Must complete and maintain:

  • Specialty competency exams and core competencies with minimum passing scores.
  • Surgical Technologist onboarding education attestation.
• Health and immunization requirements:

  • Proof of two MMR vaccines or positive IGG titer (no declinations accepted).
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination.
  • Influenza vaccine (seasonal; exemptions accepted with mask requirement).
  • Varicella immunity proof or vaccination (no declinations accepted).
  • Tdap vaccine valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted).
  • TB screening: Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within one year, and annual TB questionnaire.
  • Fit test for respiratory protection (annual).
• Background and compliance:

  • Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others within 30 days of assignment start.
  • Employment and education verifications.
  • Drug screening: 12 panel urine drug screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter.
• Other:

  • Valid driver’s license or state ID.
  • Health statement or physical exam prior to assignment and updated annually.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty Experience: Minimum 3 years as a CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist.
• Prior Travel Experience: Required; must provide references from at least two prior travel assignments confirming no training was needed.

Additional Notes

• Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Must be willing to participate in call coverage and weekend shifts as specified.

This position is ideal for experienced CVOR Certified Surgical Technologists seeking a travel assignment in a high-volume cardiac/thoracic/vascular surgical setting.