Travel CVOR Surgical Technologist - $2,400 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel CVOR Technologist for a travel assignment in Wausau, Wisconsin. Open heart OR support with cardiothoracic procedures, requiring CST license and BLS, 2+ years in CVOR, and willingness for on-call rotations.

Expect 40 hours per week, days shift, with potential travel to other Central Aspirus locations; strong adaptability and fast response for emergencies are essential.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required; CST license required; NBSTSA or NCCT accepted; AHA or ARC certifications preferred.
• 2+ years cardiovascular OR experience required; prior travel experience preferred.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate Degree or Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up operative suites and prepare case carts.
• Scrub surgical cases across multiple specialties.
• Assist with room turnovers and maintain efficiency.
• May float to other Central Aspirus locations if needed.
• Respond within 30 minutes for emergency cases; on-call rotations.
• Shift is 6:30 AM–3:00 PM, 40 hours/week, Mon–Fri with on-call.

Skills

BLS

CST license

NBSTSA/NCCT

AHA/ARC certs

Cardiothoracic OR exp

Travel experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree or Certificate preferred

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel CVOR Technologist for a travel job in Wausau, Wisconsin.

• Specialty: CVOR Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Operating Room (OR) Open Heart Specialist in Wausau. This position involves providing surgical support within the cardiovascular operating room, focusing on cardiac and thoracic procedures. The role requires highly skilled surgical technologists with experience in cardiothoracic surgeries, ready to work a Monday through Friday day shift with potential on-call commitments.

Job Details

• Position Type: Operating Room (OR) Specialist Open Heart
• Location: Wausau
• Certifications: BLS; CST license required, NBSTSA or NCCT accepted; AHA or ARC certifications preferred
• Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate Degree or Certificate preferred
• Experience: 2+ years of cardiovascular operating room experience required; prior travel experience preferred
• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours shifts, guaranteed 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with weekend and holiday rotation every third weekend.
• Additional Responsibilities: Efficiently set up operative suites, prepare case carts, scrub surgical cases across various specialties, and assist with room turnovers. Flexibility and strong work ethic needed; may be required to float to all Central Aspirus locations if necessary.
• Note: GSA hours are not guaranteed during orientation; travelers may be scheduled for low census hours, including on-call. Must be capable of responding within 30 minutes for emergency cases.
• on Call/Call-Back: One night per week, one weekend per month, and one backup per week; may be called back with a minimum of 2 hours notice.
• Special Requirements: Cardiac/Thoracic procedures experience, thoracic robot experience, motivated during downtime to assist with additional tasks. Candidate must be resilient, adaptable to change, and capable of managing multiple procedures efficiently.
• Shift Notes: Shift hours from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1333470. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Operating Room Open Heart

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others - we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life - one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus