Location: Wichita, KS

Start Date: 02-24-2026

End Date: 05-26-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, days (exact weekly schedule to be confirmed); no regular night shift - nights are call only

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $46 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team during complex cardiac cases including CABG, AVR, MVR and TAVR
• Prepare, calibrate and maintain surgical instruments and implants specific to CVOR procedures
• Establish and maintain a sterile field and ensure strict adherence to infection control standards
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments efficiently to support smooth procedures
• Document intraoperative details and patient information accurately in the EMR (Meditech)
• Collaborate closely with RNs, perfusionists and other OR staff to deliver safe, coordinated care
• Support the unit as the ECMO program restarts, participating in related activities as needed

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - required
• Minimum 2 years of CVOR experience - candidates without CVOR experience will not be considered
• Proven experience with cardiac procedures such as CABG, AVR, MVR and TAVR
• Meditech EMR experience preferred
• Confident, team-oriented demeanor and ability to perform in a high-acuity CVOR environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong sterile technique and CVOR-specific instrument knowledge
• Familiarity with cardiac surgical workflows and procedure-specific setups
• Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and work efficiently under pressure
• Experience documenting procedures and communicating clearly in the OR
• Comfort working on a focused CVOR team and adapting to a restart of ECMO services

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance to help keep your credentials current
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• A supportive OR team that values your expertise and confidence
• Hands-on experience with advanced cardiac cases and ECMO program activity
• A welcoming unit culture focused on high-quality patient care

Travel Perks: Explore Wichita, KS

Explore Botanica Wichita's beautiful gardens, visit the Keeper of the Plains and riverside plaza, wander Old Town Wichita for dining and nightlife, enjoy family-friendly fun at the Sedgwick County Zoo and hands-on exhibits at Exploration Place, browse the Wichita Art Museum, and take day trips to the scenic Flint Hills or Wichita Mountains area for hiking and outdoor adventures.

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