Cardiovascular Operating Room Technologist
Vero Beach, Florida
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

Job Opportunity: CVOR Tech

Location: Vero Beach, Florida
Specialty: Surgical Services
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

This position is to replace a current staff member who will not be resigning.

Required Experience

• Specialty: Surgical Services
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard experience for CVOR Tech roles (typically 1-3 years minimum). No conflicting data provided.
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention of prior travel experience requirement).

Certifications & Licenses Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for all candidates.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Not required for OR (Operating Room) staff, follow facility-specific requirements.
• State License Verification: Primary source verification required within 30 days of start.
• Tech Certification (National): Verification required within 30 days of start. National certification preferred for CST/CVOR Tech.
• NURSYS Verification: Required for all RNs (if applicable).
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication): Required for RNs/LPNs during orientation (not typically for techs).
• Other Certifications:

  • NIH Stroke Certification (if applicable to unit).
  • Additional certifications may be required depending on unit assignment.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals.
• Florida AHCA Level II fingerprinting clearance required prior to start (cannot start with fingerprints pending).
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen plus nicotine within 1 year of start.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 6 months of start.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination required during flu season (medical/religious exemptions allowed).
• COVID-19 vaccination series or approved medical/religious exemption required.

Documentation & Onboarding

• Proof of I9 or attestation.
• Government-issued photo ID required and must be carried during hours of service.
• Proof of E-Verify or attestation.
• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome).
• Signed acknowledgment of HIPAA and safety manuals.
• Employment application and professional references (2 professional references required within 2 years for travel positions).

Additional Notes

• Facility issues radiation badges if applicable.
• Orientation includes competency exams and medication/pharmacology testing as applicable.
• Candidates must comply with all facility and state-specific requirements to be eligible to start.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this CVOR Tech travel contract in Florida.