CVOR Surgical Technologist
Minneapolis, MN
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,186/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- 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
CVOR Tech - Surgical Services
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Shift Options:
- Day: 06:45 - 15:15
- Evening: 14:45 - 23:15
- Hours: 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day
- OR Setup: 6 total ORs (4 standard ORs, 1 Hybrid, 1 Peripheral Vascular)
- Weekend Requirement: Up to 2 weekends per month, holiday call as needed
- On-Call: Up to 2 weekdays per week, plus weekends and holidays as needed
- Floating: No floating within or to sister facilities
- Locals: Not accepted within 100-mile radius
- Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
- Block Schedule: Not accommodated
- Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: No more than 5 days
Case Types Required
- Cardiac Surgery:
- CABG (on/off pump)
- AVR, MVRR, TVRR
- Aortic aneurysm/dissection
- Total artificial heart
- Heart transplant
- LVAD implantation
- Minimally invasive valve replacement
- Trans-catheter mitral/aortic/tricuspid valve replacement
- Vascular Surgery:
- Endovascular and open vascular procedures including AAA, thoracic and thoracoabdominal aneurysm (including fenestrated grafts)
- Endarterectomy
- Bypass for peripheral artery disease
- Amputation
- ECMO decannulation and repositioning
- Preferred Cases: General, endo/laparoscopic, vascular, thoracic, bariatrics, transplant
- Specific CVOR Case Experience Required:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Atrial Septal Defect repair
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
- Endovascular Aortic Repair (EVAR)
- Femoral Popliteal Bypass Graft
- Mitral Valve Replacement
- Pericardial Window
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR)
- Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)
- ECMO
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of CVOR Technologist experience within the last year
- National certification: NBSTSA or NCCT
- BLS certification required
Facility & Work Environment
- Short Term Acute Care facility
- Magnet recognized, Teaching hospital, Level III Trauma center
- Total staffed beds: 672
- Charting system: Excellian/Epic
- Scrub color provided by facility for this position
- Parking: Flat rate of $0.55/hour
Additional Requirements & Notes
- Must complete Minnesota DHS Net Study Questionnaire immediately after signing contract for fingerprinting clearance (no starts allowed with fingerprints pending unless approved “more time needed” letter)
- Background checks include MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) search and EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG checks within 1 year
- Pre-orientation online modules must be completed within 72 hours of receiving login; modules take 3-9 hours depending on specialty
- Passport-style photo required within 48 hours of signing contract for badge issuance
- No floating to other units or sister facilities
- No local candidates within 100-mile radius accepted
This position is suitable for first-time travelers.
Employer
Host Healthcare
248 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I’ve been with Host Healthcare for almost a year and my recruiter, Elyse Himmelstein, she have been nothing short of amazing! She’s always there to answer questions, make sure I get the best contracts, always giving me the best experience as a traveler! Definitely go with her and this agency for your future contracts!🥰
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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About Minneapolis, MN
As a Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist in Minneapolis, MN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.
- Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
- Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.
- Minneapolis is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.
- Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.
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