CVOR Surgical Technologist III (Tier 3) Kansas City, MO (Full Time, Direct Hire)

CVOR Surgical Technologist III (Tier 3)

Location: Kansas City MO 64132
Position Type: Full-Time Day Shift Rotating Weekends
On-Call: Required (must reside within 30 minutes of the facility)

Compensation & Differentials

Base Hourly Pay (Tech III):

• $27.00 $37.00/hour (up to 17 years of experience considered for maximum)

• CVOR-certified technologists may earn up to $45.00/hour based on experience and credentials

Shift & Call Differentials:

• Nights: $3.00/hour

• Weekends: $3.00/hour

• On-Call Pay: $3.00/hour

Sign-On Bonus: $25000
Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Role Overview

Navitas Healthcare LLC is seeking a senior-level CVOR Surgical Technologist (Tech III) to support high-acuity cardiovascular and open-heart procedures within a large tertiary acute-care environment.

This Tier 3 role is designed for an experienced CVOR professional who functions as a clinical expert lead scrub and informal mentor. The ideal candidate is trusted with complex high-risk cases and serves as a key clinical resource for surgeons and perioperative leadership.

Schedule & Call Expectations

• Day shift with rotating weekends

• 40-hour work week

• On-call participation required

• Candidates must live within a 30-minute commute to meet call response requirements

• Specific daily hours and call rotation details discussed during the interview process

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as lead scrub for complex CVOR and open-heart procedures

• Anticipate surgeon needs through advanced procedural knowledge and technical expertise

• Manage surgical instruments supplies and equipment to ensure efficiency and sterility

• Maintain strict adherence to sterile technique and patient safety standards

• Support first and second scrub roles including suctioning sponging retracting suturing assistance and camera manipulation

• Act as a clinical resource and mentor to junior OR staff as needed

• Provide care to adolescent adult and geriatric patient populations

Required Qualifications

This is a senior-level CVOR role. Please review carefully.

• Minimum 1 year of CVOR and open-heart surgical technologist experience required

• Strong preference for 7 years of CVOR and endovascular/hybrid OR experience

• Demonstrated ability to function as lead technologist in the following service lines:

  • CVOR / Open Heart

  • Vascular Surgery

  • Burn

  • Neuro / Spine

  • Robotic Surgery

  • Total Joint Procedures

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a comparable high-volume acute-care facility

• Graduate of an accredited Operating Room Technician program

Certifications Required:

• CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT)

• BLS certification (or obtained within 30 days of hire)

Benefits Snapshot

• Comprehensive medical prescription and behavioral health coverage

• Dental vision life and disability insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off and paid family leave

• Tuition reimbursement and certification support

• Employee stock purchase program

• Counseling wellness and financial support resources

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.