Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,720 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 02/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

OR Tech – CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant Travel Jobs in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Advance your surgical career with a top-rated OR Tech – CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant travel job in Kalamazoo, MI (49007). This 13-week travel healthcare contract places you in a leading cardiovascular operating room (CVOR), collaborating with expert surgical teams and utilizing advanced medical technology. Kalamazoo is a prime destination for Michigan healthcare professionals, offering affordable living, vibrant culture, and access to scenic parks and lakes.

CVOR Surgical First Assistant Job Details

• Assignment Type: Travel Contract – CVOR Surgical First Assistant
• Location: Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (Michigan healthcare jobs)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2500 - $2560
• Start Date: January 12, 2026
• End Date: April 13, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift; 4x10-hour (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM) or 5x8-hour (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
• Hours per Week: 40 guaranteed
• Call Requirement: 12-18 days/month
• Weekend Requirement: 2-3 weekends per month
• Unit: 20-5700 Surgery (CVOR focus)
• Orientation: 8 hours (includes annual modules)

Qualifications for CVOR Surgical First Assistant Jobs

• Active Michigan surgical technologist or nursing license (required for Michigan healthcare jobs)
• Minimum 1 year of recent CVOR experience (5 years preferred)
• Proficient in endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH)
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Accepts STFA (Surgical Technologist First Assistant) or RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) credentials
• Professional references required
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions considered)
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Previous travel healthcare experience strongly preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons in cardiac and vascular operating room procedures, including endoscopic vein harvesting
• Provide First Assist support for orthopedic, vascular, gynecological, thoracic, and general surgeries
• Participate in call rotation and scheduled weekend shifts
• Float to general surgery First Assist coverage as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (phlebotomy, radiology, pharmacy, transportation)
• Utilize advanced surgical technology, including XI robots and endovascular suites
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold patient safety standards

Why Choose Kalamazoo for Your Healthcare Career? Kalamazoo offers a supportive healthcare community, lively arts scene, excellent dining, and proximity to Michigan's scenic lakes and trails. Experience professional growth and quality of life in a city that blends small-town charm with big-city amenities.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as an OR Tech – CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant in Kalamazoo, MI. Take the next step in your surgical career with this outstanding Michigan travel healthcare job opportunity!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #438424. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OR

About GHR Healthcare - PH Division

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