CVOR Surgical Technologist
Mason City, IA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$44-48/hourOverview
- Start Date03/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Surgical Technician - CVOR (Travel)
Location: Mason City, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 12 weeks
Job Details
- Mostly day shift, 8 hours (6:30 AM - 3:00 PM), depending on department needs
- Call requirement: 10-12 days per month
- Experience in CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) and open heart surgery required
- EPIC experience preferred
Required Qualifications
Experience
- Specialty: Certified Surgical Technician CVOR
- Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated, assume minimum 1+ year CVOR/open heart surgery experience based on specialty requirements
Licenses & Certifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required
- NBSTSA Certification required
- American Heart Association BLS certification required
Vaccinations & Health Requirements
- COVID-19 vaccine with September 2025 booster, or approved declination/exemption (declination not accepted for CA or IL)
- MMR vaccination proof required
- Hepatitis B vaccination series required (titers not accepted)
- Influenza vaccine or declination required (for 10/1/2024 - 4/30/2025 and 10/1/2025 - 4/30/2026 seasons)
- Varicella vaccination proof required
- Tdap vaccine required (declinations accepted if no pediatric interaction)
- 2 Step PPD OR IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) tuberculosis test required
- Physical/Health Statement confirming fitness to work, dated within the last year
- Color vision test required
Drug Screening & Background Checks
- 10-panel drug screen completed within 30 days of start (NO THC)
- Federal, nationwide, county criminal background check from last 7 years, including SSN verification, dated within 30 days of start
- Iowa-specific criminal history, sex offender, dependent adult & child abuse registries check required within 30 days prior to start
- EPLS, OIG, OFAC, NSO, and other professional background screenings required within 30 days of start
Other Requirements
- Fit test required prior to start for Iowa locations
- Trinity Health Confidentiality of Patient & Proprietary Information and Information System Security Agreement
- Trinity Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Trinity Code of Conduct Form
- Trinity I9 form completed by agency
- Trinity Child and Adult Dependent Abuse Training (Iowa only)
- Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Joint Commission Testing (CORE Exam) within the last year
- Trinity Skills Checklist within the last year
- Trinity System Access Form completed one week before start
- Trinity Integrity and Audit Services Form signed prior to start
- Trinity Non Employee Upload Form pages 1-3 and 28 completed and uploaded
- Resume, Skills Checklist within a year, and 2 professional references required for submission
Prior Travel Experience
- No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned
Summary
This is a travel Surgical Technician position specializing in CVOR with a 12-week contract in Mason City, Iowa. Candidates must have CVOR and open heart surgery experience, be certified as a Surgical Technologist, and hold current BLS certification. Multiple vaccinations and health screenings are mandatory, along with comprehensive background checks and compliance with Trinity Health's professional and confidentiality standards. The role involves mostly day shifts with a significant call requirement. Prior travel experience is not required.
Employer
Host Healthcare
222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
THE best recruiter I have worked with in my 4 years as a traveler. Natalie has stellar communication, responding promptly to text messages (my preferred choice of communication), and listens without judgement. Whether it's rate negotiations, shift preferences, or a general concern about the facility Natalie has never left me feeling unsupported. Additionally, dealing with Host Healthcare has been a seamless experience from compliance and onboarding.
Cons
Generally speaking, Host Healthcare doesn't always have the highest rate on the market. Having gone with competing agencies in the past, I have often been disappointed and unsupported and ultimately found it wasn't worth the small pay bump
About Mason City, IA
As a in Mason City, IA here's what you should know:- Mason City's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Mason City, IA are around 82°F, while winter lows can drop to around 8°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Mason City, IA, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Mason City is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Mason City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Mason City offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes.
- Sports fans can also catch local games and events.
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