CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist
Austin, Texas
TXAUS Ascension Seton Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical Technologist CVOR

Location: Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Minimum of 3 years recent full-time experience as a CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist in a high-volume hospital setting.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of cardiac, thoracic, and vascular procedures.
• Candidates with less experience or requiring extensive onboarding will not be considered.
• Must provide verifiable references from at least two prior travel assignments confirming no training was needed.
• Ability to function independently in a fast-paced surgical environment and “hit the ground running.”
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM on weekdays (based on department need).
• Participation in call coverage after normal business hours and on weekends is required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a CVOR Technologist, including experience within the last year.
• Completion of 2 or more prior travel assignments as a Certified Surgical Technologist with no training needed.
• Current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), or certification from NBSTSA, TS-C, or NCCT.
• Demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of cardiac procedures.
• Experience specifically as a Certified Surgical Technologist in the CVOR specialty.

Required Onboarding and Compliance

• Specialty competency exams and core competencies completed prior to assignment and updated every 3 years.
• Completion of surgical technologist onboarding education attestation prior to clearance.
• Immunizations and health requirements:

  • MMR (2 vaccines or positive titer, no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination
  • Influenza vaccine (seasonal, exemptions accepted with mask requirement)
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination (no declinations accepted)
  • Tdap vaccine (valid for 10 years, no declinations accepted)
  • TB testing: Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year, and annual TB questionnaire
  • Fit test for respiratory protection (preferred prior to start)
• Drug screening: 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually.
• Background checks and verifications:

  • Criminal background check including SSN trace, OIG search, National Sex Offender registry, and others within 30 days prior to start, updated annually.
  • Employment and education verifications within 90 days prior to start, updated annually.
• Health statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
• Driver’s license or state ID valid and matching address requirements.

Additional Notes

• Must be able to provide professional references and documentation of prior assignments.
• Must be able to work independently and adapt quickly to a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Call coverage and weekend availability required.

This position is ideal for experienced CVOR Certified Surgical Technologists seeking a travel assignment with a reputable healthcare system in Texas.