Surgical Technologist

UCHealth; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

UCHealth Eastview Medical Center in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Surgical Technologist to facilitate safe, efficient surgical procedures. The role is onsite only, with day shifts and a pay range of $27.61–$41.41 per hour, dependent on experience.

The position requires a minimum high school diploma or GED (or military training), State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration, and BLS. At least 6 months of surgical tech experience or graduation from an accredited program is

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking and decisive judgment in fast-paced surgical environments.
• Education: minimum high school diploma or GED or Military trained.
• Licensure: State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration; BLS Healthcare Provider.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Ensures equipment/instruments are in good working order; assists with patient preparation, positioning and draping.
• Passes instruments to physician during surgery and tracks instruments and supplies.
• Receives and processes specimens for laboratory delivery.
• Demonstrates ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Military trained

Job description

Job Location and Details

Location: UCHealth Eastview Medical Center, Colorado Springs, CO

Department: EV ASC OR All Specialties

Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay: $27.61 - $41.41 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

Type: This position is onsite only. No hybrid or remote option.

Job Overview

Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments. Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Passes instruments to physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
• Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum High School diploma or GED or Military trained.
• Licensure/Certification: State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider.
• Experience: Minimum 6 months Surgical Tech experience or graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech program.
• BLS/CPR: BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

Benefits

Health and Well‑Being

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option.

Retirement and Savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in a high‑deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and Career Growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

Recognition and Compensation Enhancements

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3‑Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance‑based pay increase: Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

Legal Notice

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations unless they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.