Operating Room Technician Jobs in Tennessee
Operating Room Technician jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville, where health systems like Vanderbilt University Medical Center, HCA Healthcare, and Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare maintain large surgical departments across multiple facilities. Demand is strongest for technicians with experience in orthopedic, cardiovascular, and general surgery service lines, and openings range from new-graduate positions through senior scrub tech and team lead roles. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced CVOR RN for a cardiac surgery position requiring scrub and circulate skills along with call availability.
Details
- Work within the OR Float Pool at a 1000+ bed Level 1 trauma hospital
- 56-bed OR (inpatient and outpatient) plus 5 procedural rooms
- Patient population includes complex CABG, valve repairs, repeat cardiac procedures, heart failure, ECMO, VAD, heart and lung transplant, PTE, cardiac trauma, and adult congenital cases
- Adult population only; pediatric OR is a separate unit
- 12-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Schedule days vary weekly based on unit needs; no block scheduling available
- Call required for all travelers in cardiac surgery, with three layers of call rotating every 6 weeks
- May float between OR units but not between facility locations
Requirements
- Active RN license (TN or compact) required
- Minimum 2 years of CVOR experience required
- Must be able to scrub and circulate cardiac surgeries
- Prior travel nursing experience required
Additional Information
- Provide perioperative nursing care for complex cardiac surgical procedures
- Scrubbing ability is a non-negotiable requirement for this role
- Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at a lower rate
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced CVOR RN for a cardiac surgery position requiring scrub and circulate skills along with call availability.
Details
- Work within the OR Float Pool at a 1000+ bed Level 1 trauma hospital
- 56-bed OR (inpatient and outpatient) plus 5 procedural rooms
- Patient population includes complex CABG, valve repairs, repeat cardiac procedures, heart failure, ECMO, VAD, heart and lung transplant, PTE, cardiac trauma, and adult congenital cases
- Adult population only; pediatric OR is a separate unit
- 12-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Schedule days vary weekly based on unit needs; no block scheduling available
- Call required for all travelers in cardiac surgery, with three layers of call rotating every 6 weeks
- May float between OR units but not between facility locations
Requirements
- Active RN license (TN or compact) required
- Minimum 2 years of CVOR experience required
- Must be able to scrub and circulate cardiac surgeries
- Prior travel nursing experience required
Additional Information
- Provide perioperative nursing care for complex cardiac surgical procedures
- Scrubbing ability is a non-negotiable requirement for this role
- Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at a lower rate
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Operating Room Technician Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- TriStar Health12
- Ascension10
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions7
- Prisma Health3
- Voyage Health3V
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operating room technician jobs across Tennessee.
- Active CST credential through NBSTSA or equivalent certification recognized in Tennessee
- Completion of an accredited surgical technology program or comparable military training
- Demonstrated scrubbing experience across general and specialty surgical procedures
- Ability to maintain sterile field and follow AORN perioperative standards consistently
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association current and on file
- Willingness to rotate through call shifts and weekend coverage as needed by facility
Operating Room Technician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operating room technician in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not require a state-issued license for surgical technologists, but most hospitals and surgical centers require the Certified Surgical Technologist credential issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. To earn it, complete an accredited surgical technology program at a school like Tennessee College of Applied Technology or Volunteer State Community College, then pass the CST exam. Many Tennessee employers will not hire without the CST or active enrollment in an accredited program.
Which companies hire operating room technicians in Tennessee?
Tennessee operating room technician roles are posted by TriStar Health, Ascension, and HealthTrust Workforce Solutions and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Tennessee's large integrated health systems and independent surgical centers post frequently, particularly in the Nashville and Memphis corridors where surgical volume is among the highest in the Southeast.
Which Tennessee cities have the most operating room technician jobs?
Nashville, Chattanooga, and Smyrna account for the largest share of operating room technician openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because it serves as the headquarters for HCA Healthcare and hosts Vanderbilt University Medical Center, while Memphis draws volume from its major academic and regional referral centers, and Knoxville reflects the concentration of University of Tennessee Medical Center and surrounding community hospitals.
Are there remote operating room technician jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Operating room technician work is inherently hands-on and performed inside a sterile surgical environment, making full remote work nearly impossible for core scrub duties. About 20% of operating room technician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be in adjacent functions like surgical technology education, clinical coordination, or supply and instrument management roles.
How can I get hired as a operating room technician in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited surgical technology program, since Tennessee employers including HCA-affiliated hospitals and community health systems regularly hire new graduates from those programs into scrub tech roles. Candidates transitioning from surgical processing technician, central sterile supply, or OR orderly positions have a practical advantage and can apply to entry-level scrub tech openings. Earning the CST credential before or shortly after graduating strengthens any application significantly, even without extensive operating room hours.
Where can I find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to operating room technician jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Tennessee employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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