Surgical Tech

Howard Head Sports Medicine; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Parental leave (4 weeks paid)

Housing programs

Childcare reimbursement

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Assistance

Existing Student Loan Repayment

Specialty Certification Reimbursement

Annual Supplemental Educational Funds

Paid Time Off (up to five weeks firsty

403(b) Retirement plan

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Wellbeing reimbursement

Job summary

Howard Head Sports Medicine in Vail, CO seeks a Surgical Tech for Vail Valley Surgery Center. This full-time role supports the operating room team with sterile technique, instrument handling, and readiness for upcoming cases.

On-site pay is hourly, with a $15,000 sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and temporary housing options. Ideal candidates have Colorado surgical technologist licensure, ASI/ASTI familiarity, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• One year OR experience preferred.
• Colorado surgical technologist license required.
• ASTI certification preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Scrub person functions with aseptic technique and AORN standards.
• Check items for packaging integrity, moisture, seal, and expiration.
• Maintain sterile field and monitor for contamination.
• Assist surgeon and anticipate needs during procedures.
• Ensure equipment safety checks and self-test patterns.
• Comply with HIPAA and participate in QI activities.

Skills

Aseptic technique

HIPAA compliance

English language proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Surgical Technologist (Colorado)

ASTI certification preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Job description

Explore job opportunities at Howard Head Sports Medicine.

7122 Vail Valley Surgery Center Vail

Surgical Tech

Schedule

Schedule Full-time year-round Shift Days

Details

Company Vail Valley Surgery Center Location Vail, CO Category Technicians/Patient Care Support Clinical Yes Close Date September 30, 2026

Pay

Hourly $33.11 – $52.80 USD

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here .

A career at Vail Valley Surgery Center ( VVSC ) means joining a team of people who consider every small moment a chance to improve someone’s life. Vail Valley Surgery Center ( VVSC ) is a multi-specialty ambulatory center in the Eagle River Valley with locations in Vail & Edwards. What began as a joint venture between Vail Health and 25 physician investors has evolved into a leading-edge center of surgical excellence.

At Vail Valley Surgery Center, you will find specialized surgical care in many areas including orthopedic, Gastroenterology, Pain Management, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology (ENT), Plastic Surgery, Podiatry and General Surgery.

$15,000 Sign on bonus, relocation support and temporary housing available!

About the opportunity:

Assists with the surgical care of the patient in the operating room. Duties include, but are not exclusive of stocking, pulling cases for the next day, pulling instruments, cleaning OR after cases, replenishing and preparation of surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment. Functions as a member of the surgical team by assisting and anticipating needs of the surgeon. Maintains current education in aseptic technique, routine operating room procedures, and all other duties as assigned.

What you will do:

• Scrub person functions with working knowledge of aseptic technique and AORN Standards.
• Checks all items for proper packaging, processing, moisture, seal and packaging integrity, sterile indicator if present, and expiration dates.
• Maintains sterile integrity of all items and fluids introduced onto the field.
• Monitors sterile field for events that may contaminate field and corrective action initiated.
• When moving within or around a sterile field does so in a manner to maintain the integrity of the sterile field.
• Prior to use, all equipment is visually checked for fraying of cords and plugs or other damage.
• When turning on machine, confirms self test pattern as necessary.
• Anticipates need for equipment and supplies as evidenced by no delays in procedures.
• Knows the order in use of material and supplies.
• Reports changes in temperature of room to appropriate person.
• Perceptive to patient’s sensory environment.
• Monitors, evaluates and revised preference cards.
• Contributes to the individualized, ongoing delivery of care with in the scope of practice.
• Maintains flexibility and appropriate response to changes in priorities, established plans, goals or time frames.
• Supports the decisions and actions of the Manager or Charge Nurse. Respects others.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.
• Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Participates in departmental QI program including confidential occurrence reporting.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need:

Experience:

• Preferred, one year of Operating Room experience working as an OR technician in a hospital setting.

License(s):

• Licensed as a surgical Technologist in the state of Colorado required

Certification(s):

• Certification from ASTI (Association of Surgical Technologists, Inc.) preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Computer / Typing:

• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Education:

• N/A

Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Housing programs
  • Childcare reimbursement
• Medical
• Vision
• Educational Programs:
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
• Paid Time Off:
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  • Recreation discounts
  • Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.