Certified Surgical Technologist

vTech Solution; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

vTech Solution is seeking a Certified Scrub Tech to prepare the operating room and assist during surgeries, ensuring sterile conditions and patient safety. The role includes setting up for procedures, handling instruments, and maintaining counts and equipment.

Requires CST certification, Colorado licensure, BLS, and at least one year of related experience preferred. Schedule is Monday to Friday, daytime shifts in a surgical center setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required.
• Current Colorado CST licensure required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures.
• Assist during surgery by providing sterile instruments and supplies.
• Prepare patients for surgery by cleansing and disinfecting incision sites.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping to maintain a sterile field.
• Maintain accurate surgical counts of sponges, needles, and instruments to prevent retained surgical items.
• Operate and maintain surgical equipment, including lights, suction machines, and sterilization tools.
• Clean and restock the operating room after surgery.

Skills

Attention to sterile technique

Safety protocols adherence

Surgical instrument handling

Education

High school diploma

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification

Colorado CST licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Summary:

The Certified Scrub Tech is responsible for preparing the operating room and assisting during surgical procedures to ensure a sterile and safe environment. Key functions include preparing patients for surgery, assisting with patient positioning and draping, maintaining surgical counts, operating and maintaining surgical equipment, and cleaning and restocking the operating room post-surgery. This role requires strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures.
• Assist during surgery by providing sterile instruments and supplies.
• Prepare patients for surgery by cleansing and disinfecting incision sites.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping to maintain a sterile field.
• Maintain accurate surgical counts of sponges, needles, and instruments to prevent retained surgical items.
• Operate and maintain surgical equipment, including lights, suction machines, and sterilization tools.
• Clean and restock the operating room after surgery.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• High school diploma.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification.
• Current and unrestricted Colorado state licensure as a CST.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• At least one year of related experience preferred.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience working in an operating room or surgical environment.

Special Considerations:

• Position requires strict adherence to sterile techniques and safety protocols.
• Work performed in a surgical center environment.
• May require standing for extended periods and handling surgical instruments safely.

Scheduling:

• Monday through Friday, daytime shifts.