Travel Contract

Travel Surgical Technologist
Aurora, CO
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,505/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start Date07/27/2026
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

40% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Surgical Technologist pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$2,505/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
This Operating Room (OR) Open Heart (OH) position is located in Aurora, Colorado. The role involves supporting the cardiovascular surgery team in a busy hospital environment. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment. The position emphasizes open heart experience and a team-oriented mindset.

Job Details:

Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Travel
Shift: Day Shift, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM, minimum 40 hours per week
Unit Information: OR Heart Team with 3 beds, supporting 3 campuses, with a staff of 15. The team comprises 2 registered nurses (RN) and 1 cardiovascular operating room technician (CVOR Tech) during day shifts, and 1 RN and 1 CVOR Tech during night shifts.
Required Qualifications: Certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS), DORA (Drug and Alcohol Recognition and Assessment), and NBSTA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting). Candidates must have a minimum of 1-year current acute care CVOR Tech hospital experience, open heart experience proficiency, and Meditech electronic medical record (EMR) experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Prior travel experience as a CVOR Tech in large trauma facilities and cardiovascular procedure experience such as coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), and valve replacements are advantageous.
Additional Information: Candidates must be able to float within 25 miles of the facility when needed. Call is required and will be discussed at the interview. No weekend shifts are scheduled.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1277433. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Operating Room Open Heart

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

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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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