Cardiovascular OR Scrub Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Cardiovascular OR Scrub Tech - Travel Position  

Location: Knoxville, TN 

Job Type: Travel Contract   

Duration: 13 weeks  

Shift: 5x8s Days

Pay: $2463/week 

• -Position requires recent, relevant experience in surgical services as a Scrub Tech.

• -Work hours: 6:45 AM - 3:15 PM, Monday through Friday.

• -On-call requirement: 3-4 nights per week (3 PM - 7 AM) and every other weekend.

• -Holiday rotation is mandatory; no requests for time off during major holidays (Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year) will be -approved.

• -Float requirements apply.

• -Strong neuro and orthopedic surgical experience is essential.

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• -NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting)

• -BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certified

• -Additional certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM) — verify with program management if unclear.

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• -Valid, current Driver’s License or State ID (color copy required).

• -I9 verification required.

• -Physical exam within 12 months prior to start, confirming fitness for duty.

• -Negative TB test (QGold or Skin Test) within 1 year; chest X-ray if prior positive TB.

• -Immunizations or titers required for:

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer.

  • Hepatitis B - vaccine series, titer, or declination.

  • Varicella - 2 vaccines or positive titer.

• -Seasonal flu vaccine required for 2025-26 season (no declinations accepted; exemptions only for medical or religious reasons with proper documentation).

• -Drug screening within 45 days of start, including a comprehensive panel (amphetamines, benzodiazepines, fentanyl, opiates, etc.) with chain of custody documentation.

• -Background check completed within 45 days of start, covering 7 years of history including SSN trace, criminal, sex offender, and abuse registries.

• -Two supervisory references from employers within the last 3 years.

• -Employment application with 7-year work history, no unexplained gaps over 30 days, and active nursing license details (if applicable).

• - Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required.

• -Color blindness test within 12 months prior to start (Ishihara or equivalent).

• -Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam for RNs (80% pass rate required).

• -Core Competency Exams (Parts I, II, III) with minimum 80% pass rate, updated annually.

• -Unit-specific skills checklist updated within the last year.

• -Passport-style photo with solid background for badge issuance (no filters or facial piercings).

• -Completion of Covenant Health onboarding documents and attestations.

• -Background check alias name attestation if applicable.

• -Job description acknowledgment based on profession, updated if there is a gap greater than 30 days between assignments.

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• -No requests for time off during holidays or holiday weeks will be accepted.

• -All travelers must work holiday shifts as assigned by management.

• -The operating room will not approve requests for time off at booking; all time off must be discussed with managers during the assignment.

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Benefits

Weekly pay with competitive rates  

Health, dental, and vision insurance  

401(k) retirement plan with company match  

Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network  

Flexible schedules and personalized career support

About ATC Healthcare  

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses with rewarding career opportunities.  

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.  

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law.