Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

We are proud to share that we are known for our leading surgical services, state-of-the-art, minimally-invasive procedures and for having the best in robotics technology. Here, you'll work in partnership and learn from exceptional physicians and incredible nurses that value your skills and share a passion for innovation and outcome excellence. A surgical tech or SPD role is not just an opportunity to be a difference-maker, it's the chance to harness the knowledge, support and potential that surrounds you.

As a Surgical Tech/Scrub Tech you will:

• Work under the supervision of the surgeon and RN.
• Assist surgical team during operative procedures by arranging and inventorying sterile set-up of instruments, equipment and supplies for surgical cases and passing items to surgeons and nurses as needed.
• Assist in preparing and moving patients and sterilizing and cleaning instruments, equipment and rooms.

*Previous OR/Scrub Experience required*

Day to Day duties:

• Scrub on all cases. Primarily, Gen, Ortho (Totals/Trauma) Neuro, OB/GYN, ENT, Urology, Robotics cases (DaVinci XI and MAKO).
• Associates are cross trained for all services, no specialized service Teams.
• Giving breaks and/or providing additional supplies and sterile instruments as needed during operations.
• Assisting with Room turnover and restocking for next day's cases.
• Maintaining Sterile field during procedures.
• Handing instruments to surgeons, anticipating surgeon's needs.
• Maintaining and updating preference cards.

6 OR Suites

Approx. 200-250+ cases per month

Schedule- PRN- Variable days of week and start times per Surgical Volume and Current Unit needs. TBD with OR manager during interviews.

Per policy PRN requires a Min availability for 5 shifts in a 6 week schedule block and 2 holiday per year

Call required- Approximately 120 hours of call are required per 6 weeks

30min call back radius required

Job Requirements

• One year of experience in a surgical setting preferred
• Experience in a specialty field preferred
• Basic Computer skills required
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required
• Completion of an approved Surgical Technician program preferred
• Current registration as a Surgical Tech is required unless performing Surgical Tech functions within the scope of another verified Colorado license, certification or registration required

Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Where You'll Work

At Longmont United Hospital, we treat the entire patient to leverage the powerful connection of body, mind, and spirit in the healing process. Here, your time at work will be spent with a supportive team of employees and leaders that value self-care, flexibility and development opportunities through cross-training and continuing education.

Longmont, Colorado is home to more than 2,000 acres of parks, three public golf courses and numerous trails to hike, bike, walk or run. Located less than an hour away from the Rocky Mountain National Park (ranked the fourth most visited national park in the country in 2017 by the Denver Business Journal), you'll have easy access to the very best Colorado has to offer.

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards