Surg Tech / OR Tech - Surg Tech / OR Tech

Origin Travel Nurses; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Onboarding made easy

Clinical support

401k retirement plan

Recruiter matching

Travel reimbursement and housing

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a 13-week contract in Vail, CO. The technologist ensures a sterile field and provides instruments to the surgical team under RN supervision.

Requirements include CST program completion or licensure, Colorado CST license, and BLS certification. Computer skills are required within 90 days; travel-friendly benefits are offered by ARMStaffing.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CST program and/or licensed CST.
• Licensed as a Surgical Technologist in Colorado.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• Must obtain or have required computer skills within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field and provide instrumentation during procedures.
• Monitor sterile environment and address contamination or breaks.
• Assist with patient transport, turnover, and room prep.
• Participate in Time Out and perioperative communication.
• Stay current with new tech and procedures; follow HIPAA practices.

Skills

Sterile technique

HIPAA compliance

Team communication

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist program

Colorado CST license

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Surgical Technologist

Location

Vail, CO

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Days, 3x12s

Job Description

The Surgical Technologist assists during surgical procedures by ensuring and maintaining the integrity of a sterile surgical field and providing instrumentation as needed to the surgical team. This role is critical in participating in unit activities that assure high levels of quality related to patient care and functions under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Possesses expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques, human anatomy, and surgical procedures.
• Maintains and checks all items for proper packaging and sterility, ensuring a safe operating room environment.
• Monitors the sterile field for contamination and initiates corrective actions as needed.
• Works towards competence in Tier 1 surgical cases.
• Participates in effective communication with the perioperative team, including the Time Out Process.
• Assists with patient transports, room turnovers, and preparation.
• Models professional behavior and stays current with new technologies and procedures.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Follows the principles of a Just Culture.
• Performs additional duties as assigned while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Completion of a Certified Surgical Technologist program and/or Licensed Surgical Technologist.
• Licensed as a Surgical Technologist in the state of Colorado.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association.
• Must possess or be able to obtain necessary computer skills within 90 days.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details