Certified Surgical Technologist

OrthoColorado Hospital; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 82,524,000 - 136,165,000; Full time

Job summary

Ortho Colorado Hospital seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist to support the operating room under the supervision of the surgeon and RN. You will maintain sterile technique, inventory instruments, pass items to surgeons and nurses, and prepare patients for procedures in a fast-paced orthopedic setting.

The role includes on-call coverage, setup of sterile tables, and collaboration with a skilled team across eight ORs. High attention to detail and calm communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Current surgical technology certification is required.
• Strong attention to detail and sterile technique.
• Ability to stay calm and communicate effectively in a fast-paced surgical team.
• Colorado DORA registration for surgical technologists where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain highest standard of sterile technique during procedures.
• Perform counts with circulator before incision and as needed.
• Prepare back table and mayo stand per surgeon's preference card.
• Set up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and meds/solutions.
• Provide on-call coverage outside standard hours per policy.
• Anticipate problems and prepare for emergent cases that may arise.

Skills

Sterile technique

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Approved Surgical Technician program

BLS (American Heart Association)

Colorado DORA surgical technologist registration

NBSTSA or NCCT certification

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.
• Provides on-call 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.

Schedule-40hr/ Week- Variable days of week and start times per Surgical Volume and Current Unit needs. TBD with OR manager during interviews. 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!!

Required

Job Requirements

• 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

• 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

$28.80 - $47.52 /hour