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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel CVOR First Assist for a travel job in Cleveland, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: CVOR First Assist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room First Assist (ORFA) for Open Heart procedures in a cardiac surgery setting. This role involves supporting cardiac surgical cases, assisting during intraoperative technical functions, and covering regional call to support the cardiac surgery program across the health system, including transplant procedures. The position requires travel in various transportation modes to support both donor and recipient procedures.
Job Details:
Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per day, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Graduation from an approved Surgical Assistant program, less than 1 year of experience performing second call for the cardiac service line, and a valid driver's license or state ID. Additional necessary documentation includes UHS submission packet and prior employment form.
Preferred Qualifications: National certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or certification from the Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA), or American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA).
Additional Information: Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care during the perioperative period. Supports emergency cases both within the hospital and in outpatient settings, including the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID # . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Surgical First Assist
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life one assignment at a time.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
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Worksite address
cleveland, OH, 44101, US
Who can apply
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