CVOR Surgical Technologist
Akron, Ohio
Akron General Medical Center

Job Opportunity: CVOR Tech (Surgical Services)

Location: Akron, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Minimum of 18 months recent Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Surgical Technologist (ST) experience required.
• Must have 18 months permanent CVOR ST experience prior to travel assignment.
• Experience required in Vascular, Robotic, and Neuro surgical cases.
• Traveler must work at least every other holiday.
• ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication administration exam will be completed during orientation; passing scores are required.

Required Certifications & Licenses

• NBSTSA Certification: National certification for CVOR Surgical Technologists required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or American Red Cross certification required and must be current at time of submission.
• State License: Valid state license for Surgical Technologist (if applicable).
• Driver’s License/State ID: Government-issued photo ID required; must be carried while on assignment. Required for OR Tech First Assistants (CSFA) and RNFAs.
• Additional Certifications:

  • ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, CHEMO, CNOR certifications are not required for this role.
  • Pass/Fail Testing (Medication & ECG) will be conducted at orientation.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1.5 years of Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Technologist experience.
• CVOR Technologist experience within the last year.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) or National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification.
• Experience with robotic surgical cases.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming ability to safely perform essential job functions.
• Fit Mask (N95) test within 12 months of start, updated annually.
• Immunizations and documentation required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (within 12 months)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive titers
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or titer or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination (declinations not accepted)
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted).
• Eye exam (Snellen) within 1 year of start.

Background Checks & Compliance

• Background check required prior to start, including FCRA compliant 7-year search. Must be updated annually and for breaks in service of 2+ months.
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start, updated annually. Must be completed under nursing code 4723.09. Fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of signed contract.
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Education verification required for all candidates.

Orientation & Training

• Completion of facility-specific onboarding modules prior to start is mandatory. Modules must be completed on a computer using Google Chrome and cannot be skipped.
• SafeMedicate prep materials provided for medication exam preparation.
• Baseline competency exams (medication administration and ECG interpretation) required at orientation with minimum passing scores (SafeMedicate 90%, ECG 80%).

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Candidates must be prepared to comply with all facility and agency policies regarding documentation, immunizations, and testing.
• Candidates with gaps in employment or returning to the facility after a break may have additional requirements for references and module completion.

This position is ideal for experienced CVOR Surgical Technologists with strong vascular, robotic, and neuro OR experience seeking a travel contract in Ohio.