Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Surgical Technologist Position
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 Guaranteed Hours per Week
Join a nationally recognized Magnet-designated, teaching hospital in Minneapolis, MN. We are seeking a dedicated surgical professional with experience in complex cardiac and vascular procedures to support a highly specialized cardiovascular surgery team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, technologically advanced operating room environment while contributing to exceptional patient outcomes.
Position Summary
The CVOR Surgical Technologist is responsible for preparing the operating room, maintaining a sterile surgical environment, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and assisting during a wide range of complex cardiovascular and vascular procedures. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, high-acuity surgical setting.
Schedule
- Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
- Primary Shifts:
- 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM
- 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (worked approximately 90% of the time)
- Additional Shift: 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM as department needs require
- Weekend Requirements: Up to two weekends per month
- On-Call: Up to two weekdays per week, up to two weekends per month, and holiday call as needed
- Block Scheduling: Not available
Primary Surgical Specialties
The successful candidate will support a comprehensive range of cardiac and vascular surgical procedures, including but not limited to:
Cardiac Surgery
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) – On and Off Pump
- Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR)
- Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement (MVRR)
- Tricuspid Valve Repair and Replacement (TVRR)
- Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection Repair
- Total Artificial Heart Implantation
- Heart Transplant
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Implantation
- Minimally Invasive Valve Procedures
- Transcatheter Aortic, Mitral, and Tricuspid Valve Replacement (TAVR/TMVR/TTVR)
Vascular Surgery
- Endovascular and Open Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repair
- Thoracic and Thoracoabdominal Aneurysm Repair
- Fenestrated Graft Procedures
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Peripheral Arterial Bypass Procedures
- Femoral-Popliteal Bypass
- Endovascular Aortic Repair (EVAR)
- Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR)
- ECMO Cannulation, Decannulation, and Repositioning
- Amputations
Required CVOR Experience
Candidates must have experience assisting with several of the following procedures:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Mitral Valve Replacement
- Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR)
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Femoral-Popliteal Bypass Graft
- Pericardial Window
- ECMO Procedures
Experience in General Surgery, Endoscopic/Laparoscopic Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Bariatrics, Vascular Surgery, and Transplant procedures is preferred.
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum 1 year of CVOR Surgical Technologist experience
- Current NBSTSA or NCCT Surgical Technologist Certification
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Additional Requirements
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply.
- Candidates must be eligible to work without a pending state license.
- Local candidates residing within a 100-mile radius are not eligible.
- Requested time off should ideally not exceed 5 days.
Facility Information
- Facility Type: Short-Term Acute Care Hospital
- Designation: Magnet, Teaching Hospital, Level III Trauma Center
- Staffed Beds: 672
- Operating Rooms: 6 dedicated CVOR suites (4 traditional ORs, 1 Hybrid OR, and 1 Peripheral Vascular OR)
- Electronic Medical Record: Excellian/Epic
- Scrubs: Provided by the facility
- Parking: Available at a flat hourly rate for all shifts
If you are a detail-oriented CVOR Surgical Technologist who excels in a high-acuity cardiovascular environment and is committed to delivering outstanding surgical care, we encourage you to apply and become part of this exceptional cardiovascular surgical team.