CVOR Tech

CVOR Surgical Technologist | Day Shift | Columbia, SC

The facility is seeking an experienced CVOR Surgical Technologist with strong vascular experience for a 13-week travel assignment in Columbia, SC.

Role Overview

This position is a scrub-only role. Technologists will scrub cardiac and vascular cases and may assist the circulating nurse as needed — they do not circulate independently. The unit serves adult and geriatric patients and is supported by interdisciplinary teams including radiology.

Procedures Include:

• Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
• Aortic Aneurysm Repair
• Angioplasty/Stenting
• Aseptic Technique and Universal Protocol (Time Out)
• Radiation and Sharps Safety
• Specimen Handling and Labeling
• Mesh measuring and foreign object retention protocols

On-Call Requirements

• Vascular: 7–10 days on call per contract cycle, including weekend call (Friday–Sunday)
• Cardiac: 10–15 days on call per contract cycle, including 2 weekends (Friday–Sunday)
• Call volume varies based on staffing levels

Scheduling

• Guaranteed hours with the facility permitted to call off one shift per two-week period
• Floating to other qualified units or campuses may be required based on census needs
• All requested time off must be submitted at time of application

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• BLS and NBSTSA required (NCCT accepted for eligible candidates per SC state guidelines)
• Minimum 2 years of CVOR scrub experience
• Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or U.S. Armed Forces surgical training
• Flu vaccine required; COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Orientation: 30 hours

Travel Eligibility: Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify.