Travel Surgical Tech in Lamar, CO

Surgical Tech
Location: Lamar, CO
Agency: Malone Healthcare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job ID: 902274

Job Title


Surgical Technician - Orthopedic Experience Required

Location


Lamar, CO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type


Contract | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Function as an integral member of the surgical team, providing technical support to surgeons, RNs, and anesthesia providers in the operating room
• Arrange supplies and instruments, maintain accurate counts, and pass instruments and sterile supplies to the surgeon during procedures
• Assist with application of dressings and preparation and preservation of surgical specimens for testing
• Operate sterilizers and perform validation and verification tests for surgical instrument sterilization in the Sterile Processing area
• Clean, decontaminate, and inspect surgical instruments before and after cases to ensure proper sterility and working condition
• Maintain adequate supply levels by checking for outdates, restocking the operating room, and ordering necessary supplies

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required
• Minimum of 5 years of current experience as a Surgical Technician
• Orthopedic surgical experience required
• Must be registered as a Surgical Technician with the State of Colorado
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of aseptic principles and sterile technique

• Experience in a broad range of surgical specialties beyond orthopedics
• Familiarity with sterile processing workflows and sterilization equipment
• Ability to anticipate surgical team needs and adapt quickly in high-stress environments

• Opportunity to contribute to a dedicated surgical services team in a hands-on, fast-paced operating room environment
• Contract role offering professional growth and the chance to apply specialized orthopedic expertise