Travel Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - $1,988 to $2,022 per week in Vail, CO

Certified Surgical Technologist
Location: Vail, CO
Agency: Pyramid Consulting, Inc.
Pay: $1,988 to $2,022 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Maximum of ten functions in order of percentage of time spent on functions from longest to shortest; do not list anything that does not represent at least 10% of the job’s time. Please include supervisory responsibilities. 1. Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation of tools and technologies in performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Functions with working knowledge of AORN standards. 2. Maintains and checks all items for proper packaging, processing, moisture, seal and packaging integrity, sterile indicator if present, and expiration dates. Ensures that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly and the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. 3. Monitors sterile field for events that may contaminate, interfere, or alter field and initiates or notifies of need for corrective action under supervision. 4. Working towards competency or competent with Tier 1 surgical cases 5. Maintains flexibility while contributing to the individualized, ongoing delivery of care within the scope of practice. 6. Models effective, timely communication with the perioperative team with full participation in Time Out Process to include Briefings and Debriefings. 7. Assists team in patient transports, room turnovers, and room preparation. 8. Models professional behavior to include maintaining currency in new technologies and procedures, including instrumentation and equipment. 9. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization. 10. Role models the principals of a Just Culture. 11. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Experience : Completion of a Certified Surgical Technologist program and/or Licensed Surgical Technologist

License(s ): Licensed as a Surgical Technologist in the state of Colorado required.

Certification(s) : Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association.