Travel CVOR Technologist - $2,318 per week

First Connect Health is seeking a travel CVOR Technologist for a travel job in Hartford, Connecticut.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: CVOR TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 03/30/2026Duration: 12 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelSurgical Technician – CVOR – Hartford, CTContract Duration: 12 Weeks (03/23/2026 – 06/20/2026)Shift: 12-Hour Days (07:00 – 19:30 typical) | 36 Hours GuaranteedOn-Call: Mandatory rotating overnight call; Every Other Weekend (EOW) and Every Other Holiday (EOH) commitment.Job Summary:A premier Level 1 Trauma Center, is seeking an elite CVOR Surgical Technician. This role is located within a high-volume, high-acuity surgical environment specializing in life-saving cardiovascular interventions. You will support a world-class surgical team in performing complex procedures including open-heart surgeries, thoracic reconstructions, and organ transplants. This position requires extreme technical precision, rapid critical thinking, and the ability to maintain a meticulous sterile field under high-pressure trauma conditions.Key ResponsibilitiesCardiac & Vascular Scrub: Act as the primary scrub for advanced procedures such as CABG, valve replacements, aortic aneurysm repairs, and LVAD placements.Transplant Support: Assist in heart and lung transplant surgeries, requiring specialized knowledge of organ procurement and implantation protocols.Thoracic & Pulmonary: Support complex lung resections, VATS (Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery), and esophageal strumentation Management: Expertly manage specialized CVOR equipment, including sternal saws, vascular clips, and micro-sutures.Emergency Preparedness: Maintain readiness for "crash" starts, specifically for acute aortic dissections or cardiac traumas arriving via the Level 1 Trauma bays.Sterile Field Integrity: Ensure strict adherence to aseptic technique in a high-traffic academic OR environment.Requirements & QualificationsCertification: Must be NBSTSA Certified (CST) – Non-negotiable.Experience: Minimum 2+ years of dedicated CVOR experience. Proven proficiency in cardiovascular, pulmonary, thoracic, and transplant service lines is required.Trauma Experience: Previous experience in a Level 1 Trauma or high-volume academic medical center is highly preferred.Shift Flexibility: Primarily day shifts, but must be willing to rotate to evenings as needed for case completion.Call Requirement: Must live within a 30-minute response radius while on the rotating overnight call schedule.Unit & Facility DetailsDepartment: O.R. / Cardiovascular (10100.402080).Setting: 867-bed Teaching Hospital / Level 1 Trauma Center.Location: Hartford, CT 06102.Job ID: 11425747 Requirements & Qualifications: - Certification: Must be NBSTSA Certified (CST) – Non-negotiable. - Experience: Minimum 2+ years of dedicated CVOR experience. Proven proficiency in cardiovascular, pulmonary, thoracic, and transplant service lines is required. - Trauma Experience: Previous experience in a Level 1 Trauma or high-volume academic medical center is highly preferred.About First Connect HealthAt First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that's focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.BenefitsMedical benefitsSick pay401k retirement planWeekly payReferral bonus

Created: 2026-03-11