Surgical Technologist CVOR - $10,000 Sign On Bonus

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Grand Junction, CO is seeking an experienced CVOR Surgical Technologist to join the cardiovascular operating room team. The role requires providing scrub support, maintaining sterile technique, assisting with complex procedures, and collaborating with surgeons, nurses, and staff.

The position offers a level IV pay range of $35.60–$54.93 per hour, full-time hours, and possible sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 or relocation assistance depending on eligibility.

Qualifications

• BLS for healthcare providers certification is required.
• Completion of ORT program or recent graduate of non-accredited surgical tech program.
• Two years scrub tech experience in hospital/military surgical services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sterile processing and prepare operating room and instruments.
• Support surgeons and nurses with high-acuity cases in the CV OR.
• Maintain sterile technique and patient safety throughout procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and manage room turnover.
• Provide education and mentorship to staff and new hires.

Skills

Sterile field

Surgical services

Theatres

General surgery

Sterile processing

Mentorship

Supervision

Recruiting

Cross training

Education

Operating Room Technician program

BLS certification

Non-accredited program (recent graduate)

Tools

NBSTSA/NCCT certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

The Surgical Technologist CVOR performs various duties as a member of the surgical team to ensure a safe and successful operative procedure. This position functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and directly reports to Surgical Services management.

$10,000 Sign On Bonus Available!We understand that making a move for a new opportunity can come with additional expenses. To support your transition to Intermountain Health, we are offering a

$10,000 sign on bonus

or relocation assistance may be available to eligible candidates based on individual circumstances. Please speak with your recruiter for additional details.

What We’re Looking For

We're seeking an experienced

CVOR Surgical Technologist

who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced cardiovascular operating room. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in supporting complex surgical procedures, maintains the highest standards of sterile technique, and works collaboratively with surgeons, nurses, and the entire surgical team.

Only candidates with recent CVOR Surgical Technologist experience, including experience assisting with cardiovascular procedures, will be considered.

Essential Functions

Support system-wide surgical operations and safety plans.Ensure sterilization criteria are met and maintain a sterile, safe environment.Prepare the operating room and instruments, assist with sterile processing, and support surgeons within the ORT scope of practice.Identify and respond to emergency situations, assist with room turnover and cleaning.Participate in training and mentoring, providing at least one educational offering per year.Perform as either a specialty leader or clinical expert:Specialty Leader: Oversee specialty areas, coordinate case flow, assignments, and staff training.Clinical Expert: Scrub high-acuity cases, train and mentor caregivers, and assist with new hire orientation.

Skills

Psychological TraumasOperating TheatresSurgical ServicesGeneral SurgerySterile ProcessingCross TrainingMentorshipSupervisionRecruitingSterile Field

Posting Specifics

Level IV Pay Range: $35.60 - $54.93Benefits Eligible: YesShift Details: Full Time - 40 hours per weekDepartment: Operating Room - St Mary's Regional Hospital (Grand Junction, Colorado)Shift Details: Variable hours, schedule will be discussed in interview.

This position could be filled as a Surgical Tech III or Surgical Tech IV depending on experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers certification

Completion of an accredited Operating Room Technician (ORT) program, or:

Graduated from a non-accredited surgical tech program within the past six months (not eligible for Tech in Surgery exam), or

Two years of scrub tech experience in hospital/military surgical services within the last three years, or

Hired for on-the-job training in a rural hospital, or

International training equivalent and legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Competent in Level III or IV Cases in high acuity specialty areas such as (Robotics, Neuro, CV, Trauma, Transplant, Reimplants, Plastics Craniofacial, Major abdominal General Surgery cases, Major ortho trauma) and/or facility case mix in Level II Trauma Facility or Quaternary Center.Able to take assigned specialty call in Level II Trauma Facility or Quaternary CenterMust be in good standing.Prior approval from the Surgical Services Director Council must be obtained before caregivers are moved into this role.

Preferred Qualifications

Surgical Technologist with 2+ years of experience.

Surgical Technologist with proficiency scrubbing into high acuity cases such as Neuro, Cardiovascular, Transplants, and Trauma.

Active National Certification as an OR Tech in Surgery or Certified Surgical Technologist. Certification is expected within the timeframe outlined below.Certification is required after hire as follows:

Surgical Technologists who graduated from an accredited program must certify within one year of hire (may use either NBSTSA or NCCT certification).

Surgical Technologists who have graduated from non-accredited programs or completed on-the-job or military training, need to certify as soon as possible.

This can be done upon graduation or, according to the NCCT requirements, take beyond one year in order to meet worked hours (>6000) and case tracking requirements. Managers will need to meet with new hires and determine certification course, projected certification window, and track progress

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location

Location:St. Marys Regional HospitalWork City:Grand JunctionWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$35.60 - $54.93

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