CVOR Surgical Technologist
Indianapolis, Indiana
Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital

Job Opportunity: CVOR Tech

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Job Description

• Prepare and receive lines from perfusion for cannulation.

• Work with surgical cases including but not limited to:

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
  • Atherectomy
  • Atrial Septal Defect Repair
  • Cardiomyoplasty
  • Carotid Endarterectomy
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
  • Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
  • Femoral Popliteal Bypass Graft
  • Laparoscopic Cardiac Surgery
  • Mitral Valve Replacement
  • Pericardial Window
  • Robotic Assisted Cardiac Surgery
  • Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
  • Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR)
  • Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)
  • Heart & Lung Transplant
  • Valve Replacement
  • Aortic Dissection

• Call requirement: 90-120 hours of call over a 6-week schedule.

• First-time travelers accepted if they have Level 1 Trauma experience.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CVOR Technologist, including experience within the last year.
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients.
• Ability to receive pump lines from perfusion and prepare them for cannulation.
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Important Notes

• Indiana RNs are restricted from starting new contracts after 9/9/2024 unless working in Perioperative/OR or Allied roles; these exceptions allow working past 11/30/2024.
• Candidates must provide 2-3 days of interview availability.
• Facility-specific orientation and compliance forms must be completed as a priority.
• On-site fit testing is limited and requires prior approval; fit testing must be current within 12 months.
• Extensive background checks and verifications are required, including 7 years of residence/work history, education verification, and drug screening.
• Immunization and health document requirements include:

  • Tuberculosis testing within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity via positive titer or vaccination (no declinations accepted)
  • Varicella immunity (no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted)
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months
• References: Minimum of 2 from recent employment with supervisory titles, verified within 2 years.
• Skills checklist and competency exams required within 12 months of start.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (clear copy).
• Physical exam completed within 12 months of start.
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required.
• Color blindness testing (Ishihara or equivalent) with 100% minimum score.
• HIPAA and facility-specific confidentiality agreements must be acknowledged.
• Orientation safety manual and facility compliance checklists are mandatory.

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a CVOR Tech with a focus on complex surgical services including trauma and vascular cases. The role requires strong technical skills, specific certifications, and the ability to work significant call hours. First-time travelers with trauma experience are welcome. Compliance with extensive health, background, and facility-specific requirements is mandatory.