Intraoperative Surgical Technologist — OR Specialist (Loveland)

Banner Health; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner North Colorado Medical Center - Loveland Campus in Loveland, CO, is seeking an Intraoperative Surgical Technologist to join the operating room team. You will assist surgeons by preparing the OR, arranging instruments, maintaining a sterile environment, and ensuring case carts are stocked and ready for procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with BLS certification, and preferred candidates have OR experience or graduate from a surgical technology program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.
• Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.
• The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations.
• Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments.
• 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.

Skills

Surgical instruments handling

Sterile technique

Basic Life Support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Banner North Colorado Medical Center - Loveland Campus in Loveland, CO, is seeking an Intraoperative Surgical Technologist to join the operating room team. You will assist surgeons by preparing the OR, arranging instruments, maintaining a sterile environment, and ensuring case carts are stocked and ready for procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with BLS certification, and preferred candidates have OR experience or graduate from a surgical technology program.