Job Description
Embark on a dynamic journey as a Travel Surgical Technician specializing in CVOR, offering you the chance to impact cardiovascular care from the front lines. In this role, you’ll support hearts of every kind—cardiovascular procedures that demand precise instrument handling, meticulous sterile technique, and fast, confident communication with seasoned surgical teams. You’ll be a key driver of efficiency, safety, and patient comfort as you move through high‑volume CVOR suites and specialized operating rooms. Envision forging a career that blends clinical excellence with travel, teamwork, and continuous growth. Start Date: 12/08/2025, with contract durations measured in weeks and a guaranteed 40 hours per week. And while you chase professional mastery, you can also savor the beauty and warmth of Ohio—where rolling farmland meets charming river towns, quiet forested trails, and accessible urban adventures. Ohio’s landscapes welcome you for a weekend reset, while Zanesville’s riverside charm and historic neighborhoods offer everyday inspiration.
Location Benefits: Zanesville, OH, is an inviting launching pad for a CVOR Surgical Tech, known for its tight‑knit medical community, affordable housing, and a strong quality of life. The area blends small‑town charm with easy access to bigger city amenities, making routine days smoother and downtime refreshing. Beyond the local scene, the program offers opportunities to work in other U.S. locations as needed, exposing you to diverse operating rooms, equipment platforms, and interdisciplinary teams. You’ll thrive in environments that value precision, teamwork, and patient‑centered care, with efficient commutes, welcoming neighborhoods, and abundant outdoor and cultural options—parks, riverside strolls, regional fairs, and a burgeoning dining scene that reflects Ohio’s warmth and character.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Responsibilities and growth: Prepare the CVOR for cardiovascular procedures, maintain a sterile field, and select and pass instruments with precision. Assist with cannulation, perfusion equipment setup, and complex equipment troubleshooting. Manage instrument counts, assist with patient positioning and draping, monitor patient status under supervision, document procedures and supply usage, and participate in post‑op debriefs. Your hands’ll shape procedural flow, empower surgeons, and elevate perioperative safety. This role offers pathways to deepen CVOR expertise, assume lead tech responsibilities, pursue cross‑training in related specialties, and engage in perioperative education that accelerates your professional trajectory.
- Competitive benefits: In addition to competitive weekly pay of $2,104-$2,272, you’ll have access to a sign‑on style bonus opportunities, housing assistance to ease your transition, and potential contract extensions that foster continuity and advanced scheduling flexibility. Contract durations are flexible (in weeks) to match project needs, with guaranteed 40 hours per week to provide stable income.
- Comprehensive support: You’ll receive robust, 24/7 support while traveling with the company, including dedicated travel coordinators, clinical liaisons, and real‑time assistance for schedule changes, clinical questions, or on‑site needs. An extensive onboarding program, ongoing clinical coaching, and access to a nationwide network of CVOR specialists ensure you’re never navigating solo.
Company Values: The organization is rooted in empowering its staff, with transparent career pathways, mentorship, and ongoing recognition of skill and commitment. A supportive, collaborative culture underpins every assignment, prioritizing work‑life balance, diversity, and continuous professional development. You’ll find a community that celebrates your contributions, respects your expertise, and invests in your long‑term growth as a CVOR surgical tech.
Call to Action: Ready to apply? This is your opportunity to join a company that values your expertise, supports your growth, and invites you to shape the future of CVOR care across diverse settings. If you’re driven by precision, patient outcomes, and the thrill of travel, take the next step and submit your application today. Experience the difference of dedicated support, meaningful work, and the chance to explore new places while advancing your career in cardiovascular surgery.
Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
TLC Nursing is a nationwide healthcare staffing agency that provides high-quality, dependable healthcare professionals to hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and home health organizations across the United States. Built on the values of trust, reliability, integrity, and exceptional patient care, TLC Nursing has become a preferred partner for facilities looking for consistent and compassionate clinical support.
We place Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Allied Health professionals, Travel Healthcare Workers, and more. Through a people-first approach and deep industry expertise, we match the right clinicians to the right opportunities while supporting them throughout their entire assignment.
Shift Shield – Industry-Exclusive Protection
TLC Nursing is the only company in the healthcare staffing industry to offer Shift Shield — a program designed to protect clinicians from preventable assignment disruptions and ensure they are compensated fairly when facilities cancel shifts unexpectedly.
Shift Shield provides:
- Guaranteed compensation for last-minute or preventable facility-driven cancellations
- Protection against income loss, giving clinicians peace of mind
- A consistent and fair work experience, unmatched by competitors
- Increased transparency between TLC Nursing, clinicians, and facilities
This unique program demonstrates TLC Nursing’s commitment to putting healthcare workers first and creating a more stable, predictable staffing experience.
Why Healthcare Professionals and Facilities Choose TLC Nursing
✓ Proven Industry Expertise
More than two decades of staffing experience with a strong understanding of travel contracts, compliance, credentialing, and rapid deployment.
✓ Highest Standards of Quality & Compliance
We follow rigorous screening processes to ensure each clinician meets all state, federal, and facility-specific requirements.
✓ Premium Support for Clinicians
Dedicated recruiters, 24/7 availability, and a supportive approach that focuses on communication, transparency, and long-term relationships.
✓ Nationwide Coverage
Staffing solutions in all 50 states, including travel contracts, per-diem, local contracts, permanent placements, and crisis response.
Mission Statement
To enhance the delivery of patient care by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with the facilities that need them most — while providing unmatched support, protection, and reliability through programs like Shift Shield.
Next Steps
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- Resume
- Active BLS
- COVID Vaccination Card
- Two Professional References
- Skills checklist
- Your Professional License
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So, WHY choose to travel with TLC Nursing?
TLC Nursing is your destination for boutique healthcare jobs, whether it is Travel, Local, Per Diem, or Permanent Placement. TLC Nursing is your trusted career partner. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. At TLC Nursing, we're not just a staffing agency but a healthcare family dedicated to positively impacting our community. Join a dynamic team and become part of a caring community that values your skills, dedication, and contributions.
Why Join TLC Nursing?TLC Nursing has the best and the highest-paying travel RN, travel LPN, and travel Allied jobs. Discover rewarding careers in travel nursing with TLC Nursing, a nurse-owned and operated travel nursing agency. Our wide range of job listings includes travel nursing jobs, travel allied jobs, travel RN jobs, and travel LPN jobs.
Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position.
Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons.
Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime.
Benefits: Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
25K Life Insurance on day one!
401 (k) with a matching contribution.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase.
Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend.
Unlimited referral bonus!
Access to unlimited continuing education units online.
We are proudly a Nurse-owned and operated travel nurse and travel healthcare staffing agency!
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