Operating Room Technician | Avon, Colorado

Retired Nurses; Avon (CO); On-site; USD 92,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive industry rates

Opportunity to contribute meaningfully

Expand skills and gain clinical exp.

Job summary

Retired Nurses in Avon, CO seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (ORT) to join a high-performing clinical team and uphold the highest standards of patient care and operating room safety.

The role involves preparing ORs, assisting teams during procedures, and ensuring sterile environments while collaborating with surgeons and nurses. Competitive weekly pay, benefits, and opportunities to expand clinical skills are offered.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist (ORT) is required.
• Experience in perioperative or surgical nursing/tech roles is preferred.
• Solid understanding of aseptic and sterile techniques.
• Familiarity with surgical instruments, procedures and protocols.
• Ability to anticipate needs of surgeons and OR staff.
• Strong communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
• BLS or CPR certification is current.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for procedures ensuring sterile environment.
• Assist surgical teams during operations, handling instruments and supplies.
• Monitor and address the needs of surgeons, circulating nurses, and patients.
• Maintain an accurate count of instruments, sponges, and equipment.
• Ensure proper decontamination and sterilization of instruments post-operation.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support patient care and safety.
• Uphold hospital policies, infection control standards, and regulatory mandates.

Skills

Surgical Technologist (ORT)

Perioperative experience

Aseptic techniques

Instruments and procedures

Anticipate needs of OR staff

Team communication

BLS/CPR certified

Job description

Take your expertise in surgical technology and nursing to the next level by assisting a high-performing clinical team in a rewarding setting. This position calls for a Certified Surgical Technologist (ORT) committed to the highest standards of patient care and surgical environment safety.

Key Qualifications:

• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist (ORT)
• Proven experience in a perioperative/surgical nursing or tech role
• Demonstrated understanding of aseptic and sterile techniques
• Familiarity with surgical instruments, procedures, and protocols
• Ability to anticipate the needs of surgeons and operating room staff
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• BLS or CPR certification (current)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment
• Assist surgical teams throughout operations, handling instruments and supplies efficiently
• Monitor and address the needs of surgeons, circulating nurses, and patients
• Maintain an accurate count of surgical instruments, sponges, and equipment
• Ensure proper decontamination and sterilization of instruments post-operation
• Collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to support patient care and safety
• Uphold compliance with hospital policies, infection control standards, and regulatory mandates

Benefits:

• Competitive industry rates
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a fast-paced setting
• Expand skills and gain valuable clinical experience

$2,026 - $2,143/WeekEstimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 40 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.