CVOR Surgical Technologist
Silverdale, Washington
St Michael Medical Center

Surgical Tech (CVOR Tech) - Travel Contract in Washington

Location

• Silverdale, Washington

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position in a hospital CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) unit with 4 suites.
• Handles 22-45 cases per day across CVOR and Cath lab specialties.
• Cath lab nurses run wires; CVOR circulating nurse on standby for vascular cases.
• Robotics experience preferred but not required; training available for Da Vinci XI robotic system.
• Typical cases include standard cardiac, caths, vascular, and thoracic procedures.
• Scrubbing preferred but not required for Surgical Techs.
• Floating between CVOR and Main OR possible, depending on experience.
• Shift options: Monday through Friday, 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts with varied start times; block scheduling allowed.
• One-week floor-specific orientation provided.
• Call requirements include 8-9 call days per month with 30-minute response time; weekend and holiday call covered by rotation.
• Call shifts start at 9 PM and end at 6:30 AM the next day; weekend call includes 12-hour day, 12-hour night, and 24-hour backup shifts.
• Charge nurse covers both Main and CVOR units.
• EMR system used: EPIC.
• Scrub color and supplies provided.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CVOR Tech.
• Active Washington state license for CVOR Tech required; pending license holders may submit.
• BLS certification required.
• COVID-19 vaccination required.

Additional Information

• Housing may be difficult; employer willing to work with block scheduling.
• Robotics training available for those without prior experience.
• Call coverage includes after-hours surgeon on call.
• Weekend and holiday coverage included in call rotation.

Work Hours

• 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week (typical day shift).