Travel Operating Room Tech - Operating Room Open Heart - Asheville, NC

Travel assignment, 13 weeks, 10hr days, 40 hours a week, starting November 2, 2026.

Pay as Cross Country posts it: about $2,178 a week in all, a taxable rate of $18.58 an hour plus $1,435 a week in housing and meal stipends.

Job Summary

Operating Room Open Heart Specialist, Days Shift — The healthcare provider is seeking an OR Open Heart professional for a temporary assignment starting on November 2, 2026. The role involves supporting surgical procedures within a hospital operating room specializing in cardiac open-heart surgery, providing expertise and patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Certification as an Operating Room Nurse or equivalent, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and current licensure as an Allied Health Professional.
• Schedule: Days shift, 10-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Responsibilities include assisting surgeons during open-heart procedures, maintaining sterile environments, and ensuring patient safety throughout surgeries.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in cardiac surgery and working in a hospital operating room setting.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Submission Requirements: Qualified candidates should submit their current professional credentials and licenses for review.

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