Certified Surgical Technologist

Job Description Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Certified Surgical Tech, you will work under the supervision of the surgeon and RN, bringing your certified expertise to keep the operating room organized, sterile, and ready for safe, efficient surgical procedures. Every day, you will arrange and inventory sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical cases, passing items to surgeons and nurses as needed throughout the procedure. You will also assist in preparing and moving patients, along with sterilizing and cleaning instruments, equipment, and rooms between cases. To be successful in this role, you will need current surgical technology certification, strong attention to detail, solid knowledge of sterile technique, and the ability to stay calm and communicate effectively as part of a fast-paced surgical team. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure by checking package integrity, indicators and opening procedures. Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation, before incision is closed and as needed. Prepare back table and mayo stand anticipating needs of the surgeon and through the use of the surgeon’s preference card. Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure. Ability to provide oncall coverage outside of standard scheduled hours per department and/or facility policy. Anticipates possible problems or complications that could arise during case. Adjusts quickly and prepares for emergent cases that change workflow. We are offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus in addition up to $10,000 relocation assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements. Schedule: 40hrs/ wk- Variable shifts per surgical volume and current unit needs. M-F. No Call, No Nights, No Weekends. Schedule is made every 6 weeks by the manager No surgeries on holidays or weekends.Like a Surgery center. No weekends no nights. No Call ‘Late Stay’ is required and scheduled in advance -Sign up for first, second or 3rd room late stay. Min 8 late stays in 6 weeks. Job Requirements Required High School Diploma/G.E.D. Completion of an approved Surgical Technician program. Current Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Current registration with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a surgical technologist for associates working in Colorado. * A person performing Surgical Tech functions within the scope of another Colorado license, certification, or registration does not need to register as a Surgical Tech Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Certification as a Tech in Surgery from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Preferred Previous OR Experience with Ortho/ Sports medicine cases highly preferred One (1) year of experience in a surgical setting Experience in a specialty field Where You'll Work As a Certified Surgical Technologist at Ortho Colorado, you will provide expert support within an 8-suite surgical department that averages 450–550 procedures monthly. As a specialized orthopedic hospital, the facility focuses exclusively on total joint replacements (hips, shoulders, knees, and ankles), spine surgery, and sports medicine. Supporting a comprehensive care continuum, the facility features 11 pre-op beds, 10 PACU bays, and 48 inpatient beds, ensuring high-quality, specialized surgical care for every patient. OrthoColorado Hospital is Colorado's only orthopedic specialty hospital and is designed specifically for the orthopedic patient. With such a specialized facility and team of experts, we have the utmost in experience and understanding of the needs of orthopedic patients meaning better outcomes, increased patient satisfaction and a reduced risk of infection or complications. Located on the St. Anthony Medical Campus, OrthoColorado Hospital is a joint venture between physician investors and CommonSpirit Mountain Region. Our state-of-the-art facility features a 48-bed inpatient unit, including six intermediate care beds and eight operating rooms. All members of our team from pre-operative care through recovery and our in-patient nurses are specialty trained in orthopedics. Our surgeons are renowned for their talent, knowledge and experience in their orthopedic specialties and subspecialties. Having a team with a focused background and years of experience allow our employees to provide an unprecedented level of care, resulting in the best outcomes and experience for our patients. Pay Range $26.37 - $44.41 /hour