Travel CT Surgery Tech – Cardiothoracic OR, Trauma Center

American Traveler; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Parking is facility paid

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a CVOR Surgical Technologist for a Level II Trauma Center in Washington state. The role requires cardiothoracic surgical experience, BLS, and Washington registration, with a focus on fast-paced cases and strict scheduling.

Shifts are 4x10 days, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM, plus at least 10 monthly call shifts (5:00 PM–6:30 AM) and 1–2 weekend shifts. The position emphasizes travel readiness, EPIC charting, and a strong preference for NBSTSA or compact license candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of surgical technologist experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Washington state registration required (license required if applicable).
• NBSTSA certification preferred.
• Compact license must be in hand at time of submission.
• 2 supervisory references covering 1 year within the last 3 years, in a comparable specialty/setting.
• Must be a quick learner and willing to assist with learning new skills.

Responsibilities

• Cardiovascular/Thoracic Operating Room setting within a Level II Trauma Center.
• High-volume surgical department averaging 55 cases per day across the facility.
• 4x10 Day shift schedule, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Required to work at least 10 call shifts per month, with call hours from 5:00 PM to 6:30 AM.
• 1-2 weekend shifts required per month.
• Cases include CABG, AVR, AAA, MVR, minimally invasive valve procedures, VATS, mediastinoscopy, RATS, and CVL support with carotid cutdowns and laser lead standby.
• Required case experience in General, Cardiovascular/Thoracic, and Laparoscopic surgery.
• Singular scrub role for cardiothoracic cases with expectation to float to General OR.
• EPIC charting system required.
• No floating to like units outside of General OR support.
• First-time travelers will be considered for this role.
• Scrubs may be any color except reddish-orange.
• Facility does not accept candidates with Nursys or background check hits.
• Former Providence permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a travel contractor and must not reside within 50 miles of the facility.
• Must disclose any prior work history at a Providence facility, including as permanent staff, travel contractor, or per-diem/registry, with location and dates.
• All RTO requests must be submitted at the time of application for consideration.
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day).
• Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted for this position.
• May be expected to float between sister facilities near the contracted location.
• Parking is facility paid.

Skills

Surgical technologist experience

BLS certification

Education

NBSTSA certification

Washington state registration

Tools

EPIC charting system

Job description

American Traveler seeks a CVOR Surgical Technologist for a Level II Trauma Center in Washington state. The role requires cardiothoracic surgical experience, BLS, and Washington registration, with a focus on fast-paced cases and strict scheduling.

Shifts are 4x10 days, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM, plus at least 10 monthly call shifts (5:00 PM–6:30 AM) and 1–2 weekend shifts. The position emphasizes travel readiness, EPIC charting, and a strong preference for NBSTSA or compact license candidates.