Surgical Technologist II Certified

Plan A Health; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan A Health in Aurora, CO is seeking a certified surgical technologist to serve as the first scrub in diverse surgical procedures. The role requires maintaining sterility, proper instrument handling, medication safety, and accurate surgical counts while anticipating surgeon needs.

Precepting and training staff may also be part of duties. The candidate must have a CST certification, DORA registration, and a valid BLS certificate, with a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; completion of accredited Surgical Tech program or military training.
• Valid state Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration (DORA).
• CST certification by NBSTSA or NCCT and BLS certification required.
• No prior experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform scrub roles across service lines and utilize equipment correctly.
• Enforce sterile techniques and maintain sterile field.
• Support surgeon requests and maintain medication safety and counts.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Accredited Surgical Tech program or military training

State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration (DORA)

CST NBSTSA/NCCT certification

BLS certification

Job description

Role Overview

This position requires a skilled certified surgical technologist to perform independently as the first scrub in various surgical procedures, including core and specialty cases. Responsibilities include properly using instrumentation and equipment, maintaining sterile technique, ensuring medication safety, conducting surgical counts, and anticipating surgeon needs. The role demands critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Additionally, the technologist may precept and train other staff members.

Qualifications & Skills

Candidates must hold a High School diploma or GED, complete an accredited Surgical Tech program or equivalent military training, and possess a valid state Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration (DORA). Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) by NBSTSA or NCCT is required, along with BLS certification. No prior experience is necessary.

Key Duties

Perform scrub roles across service lines, utilize equipment correctly, enforce sterile techniques, and support surgeon requests. The role emphasizes professionalism, safety, and teamwork to ensure high-quality surgical care.