Cardiac Surgery OR Tech – Certified Surgical Technologist Travel Contract in Cleveland, Ohio

Join a high-acuity cardiac surgery team as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) supporting complex open-heart procedures in Cleveland, Ohio. This on-site travel surgical tech contract offers experienced OR professionals the opportunity to work in a Level I academic medical center with 33 operating rooms and multiple dedicated cardiac suites.

Travel Surgical Technologist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,690-$1,820
• Location: Cleveland, Ohio 44106 — an engaging urban area with opportunities to enjoy local culture, dining, education, and recreation
• Position Type: Travel contract
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 14, 2027
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 10-hour day shifts, 40 hours per week
• Call: Required
• Healthcare Setting: Level I academic medical center with 33 operating rooms and 4-5 cardiac rooms in daily operation

Cardiac Surgery OR Tech Requirements

• At least 1 year of operating room experience; cardiac surgery or CVOR experience strongly preferred
• Certified Surgical Technologist or Certified Surgical Technician credential
• Demonstrated ability to scrub complex cardiac, cardiothoracic, and open-heart procedures
• Experience supporting valve replacement procedures required
• Experience with heart and lung transplant cases preferred
• Ability to participate in required call coverage
• Strong knowledge of surgical aseptic technique, instrumentation, supplies, and sterile field maintenance
• Successful completion of required competency assessments, occupational health requirements, and facility onboarding

Cardiac Surgery Scrub Technician Responsibilities

• Serve as the cardiac surgery scrub technician for open-heart and other complex cardiothoracic procedures
• Prepare and maintain the sterile field, surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies before and during procedures
• Anticipate the surgeon’s needs and provide instruments and supplies efficiently throughout each case
• Support valve replacement procedures and heart and lung transplant surgeries
• Verify surgical counts and follow established operating room safety and infection-prevention protocols
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, registered nurses, perfusionists, and the broader perioperative team
• Assist with operating room turnover, equipment readiness, and post-procedure responsibilities
• Provide required call coverage and respond promptly to urgent cardiac surgery needs

Apply now for this cardiac surgery travel job and join a leading healthcare team in Cleveland, Ohio.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.