Job Posting : Surgical Tech - Lakewood, CO
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
Start Date : 06 / 16 / 2025
Shift : Days
Duties :
The Surgical Tech works under the supervision of the surgeon and RN. Assists surgical team during operative procedures by arranging and inventorying sterile set-up of instruments, equipment and supplies for surgical cases and passing items to surgeons and nurses as needed. Assists in preparing and moving patients and sterilizing and cleaning instruments, equipment and rooms.
- Uses physician preference card to identify supplies and equipment needed for the scheduled surgical or emergency procedures. Update preference cards with any necessary changes.
- Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications / solutions needed for procedure.
- Prepares solutions and medications used. Properly labels and reports amounts used for charting.
- Prepare back table and mayo stand anticipating the needs of the surgeon and through the use of the surgeon’s preferencecard.
- Provides supplies or equipment upon request for the surgeon, nurses and / or anesthesiologist.
- Assist with draping sterile field; drapes and covers operating and instrument tables.
- Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation, before incision is closed and as needed.
- Delivers surgical specimens / cultures from operative field to circulating nurse.
- Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure by checking package integrity, indicators and opening procedures.
- Prepares and sterilizes supplies and equipment used in surgical procedures.
- Reviews and replaces supplies in the surgical case following a procedure. Discards expired medications per protocol.
- Assists with terminal cleaning of operating room. Puts equipment, supplies and instruments away as required. Assistsin prepping room for the next patient.
- Holds retractors or instruments, sponges or suctions operative site, applies electrocautery to clamps on bleeders, cutssuture material, connects drains to suction apparatus and applies dressings to a wound.
- Ability to provide on-call coverage outside of standard scheduled hours per department and / or facility policy.
- Effectively communicates with surgeon and nursing staff.
- Anticipates possible problems or complications that could arise during case. Adjusts quickly and prepares for emergentcases that change work flow.
- Performs all duties in a conscientious, courteous and caring manner to maintain positive customer relations.
- Maintains efficiency under stress and with irregular working hours.
- Adheres to department procedures and acceptable protocols.
- Applies knowledge of the dress code related to Standard Precautions and consistently wears appropriate personalprotective equipment (PPE).
- Reports any life safety issues, environmental concerns or process deviation to immediate supervisor.
- Participates in quality improvement, evidence based practice and research activities.
- Participates in professional and program development by attending department in-services, meetings and by sharing professional expertise to enhance quality of patient care and staff development. Seeks specialty service learningopportunities and growth for advancement.Assists with the education of new staff and students.
- Demonstrates effective time management and is proactive in prioritizing workload and meeting productivityrequirements.
- Adapts to rapidly changing technologies, policies, regulations, census and staffing through priority setting and flexibility.
Skills :
One year of experience in a surgical setting preferred Experience in a specialty field preferred Basic Computer skills required
Float Requirements :
- Floating may be required to any Centura location within sixty (60) miles of the original assignment location or Centura-identified “float zone”.
- Float assignments may include duties outside of original assignment job requirements (including skill set) in accordance with Centura policy.
Education :
HS / GED is required.
Basic Life Support American Heart Association -Required
Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBTSTSA) or Certification as a Tech in Surgery from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)- Required
FOR COLORADO ONLY : Regulatory Agencies the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a surgical technologist for associates working in Colorado. A person performing Surgical Tech functions within the scope of another clinical Colorado License, certification, or registration does not need to register as a Surgical Tech. "
Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
If you meet the qualifications and are excited to take on this challenging role, we encourage you to apply. Join us in providing exceptional care to our community!
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
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