Intraop Surgical Technologist

Banner Health Corporate; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner North Colorado Medical Center is seeking an Intraoperative Surgical Technologist to assist the surgical team in the operating room. Responsibilities include preparing the OR, arranging instruments, and maintaining a sterile environment during procedures.

The role requires dexterity and the ability to work under high-stress conditions. Experience in the OR is preferred, with a schedule of full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7am-3:30pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and current Basic Life Support certification.
• Colorado candidates must be registered with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
• Graduation from a certified school of surgical technology or two years of operating room experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures by pulling correct instruments and supplies.
• Passes instruments and retracts tissue during surgery.
• Maintains aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout procedures.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to work under pressure

Good communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Colorado DORA registration

Certified school of surgical technology (preferred)

Job description

Primary City/State: Greeley, Colorado Department Name: Surg-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care

Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities to make a real difference – and real change in the health care industry – you belong at Banner Health.

Located just 45 minutes north of Denver, Northern Colorado offers trendy restaurants, a thriving retail sector, and endless cultural amenities. Between wildflower-filled meadows and spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, you will find adventures by horse, mountain bike and boat plus, endless hiking trails and world class skiing.

As an Intraoperative Surgical Technologist at Banner North Colorado Medical Center, you’ll play a vital role as part of the surgical team, working closely alongside surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in the operating room.

In this position, you’ll have the unique opportunity to assist directly during surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, arranging surgical instruments, and ensuring a sterile environment is maintained. This role is essential to delivering high-quality surgical care and supporting the overall success of each procedure. Surgical Technologist experience preferred.

Schedule: Fulltime | 40 Hours/Week Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Banner North Colorado Medical Center is a 378-bed Level II trauma center and acute care facility with over 3000 employees. Our hospital offers an array of inpatient and outpatient services including medical, pediatric, obstetric, orthopedic, surgical, heart, cancer, and critical care. As a regional medical center, we provide community-based and specialty services for a service area that includes southern Wyoming, western Nebraska, western Kansas, and northeastern Colorado. In order to provide the most compassionate and innovative care possible, we bring together state-of-the-art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals. The Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center is amongst Northern Colorado's leading cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities for the healthcare professional, our Greeley, Colorado location offers access to a wide variety of recreational activities in an inviting, close-knit community.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.
• Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue.
• Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
• Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.
• Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.
• May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.
• Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification. Colorado candidates must be registered with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a certified school of surgical technology or two years of operating room experience. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range: $26.05 - $39.07 / hour Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner): 2027-03-02

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