CVOR Surgical Technologist
Atlanta, GA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: CVOR Tech

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 18 weeks

Unit Details

• Specialty areas include Cardiovascular/Thoracic, Transplant & Robotics (Thoracic preferred)
• Floating within facility/scope of practice and to Main OR as needed
• Weekend and call requirements:

  • Call 1 day a week
  • 1 weekend every ~4 weeks (subject to change)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Surgical Services specialty
• First-time travelers accepted (no prior travel experience required)

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CVOR Technologist, with at least some experience within the last year
• Must hold a valid State of Georgia license appropriate for CVOR Tech role
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
  • Other certifications may be required based on unit description (refer to clinical specialty requirements)

Compliance & Screening

• Full compliance with all credentialing and onboarding requirements is mandatory to start on time
• Clinical screening will be conducted to determine clinical fit before final approval
• Background check required within 30 days of start, including education verification
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (instant drug screen acceptable)
• Physical exam required within 12 months of start
• Annual Nursys verification (if applicable) within 30 days prior to start
• Color blindness testing required
• Competency exams required for nursing and allied health professionals (including medication and dysrhythmia/EKG competency)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months of start (additional testing may be required for privileging specialties)
• TB questionnaire required annually
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or documentation of immunity for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer or signed declination)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (highly recommended)
• Flu vaccination or declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)

Work Expectations

• Return to work (RTO) maximum of 7 days if off assignment
• Holiday work expectations:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, traveler expected to work it
  • If 2 major holidays fall, traveler expected to work both
  • If 3 major holidays fall, traveler expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Dress and professional appearance policies must be reviewed and followed
• Code of conduct acknowledgment required prior to start

Required Documentation (to be uploaded prior to or shortly after start)

• Valid driver’s license or state ID
• Background check and education verification
• Licenses and certifications as applicable
• Physical exam and immunization records
• Drug screen results
• Skills checklist updated within 12 months
• Work history verification
• References (2 clinical references required)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized surgical services environment with a focus on cardiovascular and thoracic procedures. Candidates should be prepared for call and weekend responsibilities and meet all compliance and credentialing requirements to ensure a smooth onboarding process.