Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Days | Glenwood Springs, CO | 13-Week Contract

MTK Healthcare is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a 13-week travel assignment at Valley View Hospital in beautiful Glenwood Springs, Colorado .


Join a highly skilled surgical team at a Level III Trauma Center equipped with advanced robotic technology and state-of-the-art operating rooms.

Position Details

• Position: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
• Location: Glenwood Springs, CO
• Facility: Valley View Hospital
• Start Date: July 28, 2026
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Schedule: 4 x 10-hour Day Shifts
• Call: Rotating call schedule required
• Guaranteed Hours: 38 hours per week
• EMR: Meditech

Responsibilities


The Certified Surgical Technologist will work closely with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia providers to ensure safe and efficient surgical procedures.


Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and maintain sterile surgical instruments and supplies.
• Set up and maintain sterile fields before and during surgery.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon throughout procedures.
• Assist with instrumentation, retracting, suctioning, and passing surgical instruments.
• Ensure proper handling of surgical specimens.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Maintain patient safety and infection control standards.
• Assist with room turnover and preparation for subsequent procedures.
• Participate in the rotating on-call schedule.

Surgical Experience Required


Candidates must have recent experience in:

• Orthopedics & Total Joint Surgery
• Neuro/Spine
• Robotics (Da Vinci, Mako, Exactech, Stealth)
• General Surgery
• Urology
• OB/GYN
• ENT
• Plastic Surgery
• Trauma

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Colorado Surgical Technologist (CST) License (DORA) - Required
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
• Current CST Certification (NBSTSA, AST, or NCCT)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification
• Minimum 3 years of recent Surgical Technologist experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced operating room environment
• Must meet the facility's 75-mile radius rule for travelers

Housing


Traveler housing may be available through the facility (subject to availability):

• Fully furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments
• Utilities, Wi-Fi, and on-site laundry included
• Conveniently located just a short walk from the hospital

Why Join MTK Healthcare?

• Competitive weekly pay
• Guaranteed hours
• Dedicated recruiter support
• Opportunity to work with advanced robotic surgical technology
• Assignment in the scenic Rocky Mountains with endless outdoor recreation

If you're an experienced Surgical Technologist looking for your next travel assignment, we'd love to hear from you!


Apply today!