Surgical Services/CVOR Tech

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.