Surgical Technologist III – Spine and Orthopedics

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association seeks a Surgical Technologist III to support advanced orthopedic spine and joint procedures. You will prepare operating rooms and ensure readiness of specialized instruments and equipment.

You will assist surgeons throughout complex cases while maintaining sterile technique and adhering to safety and infection prevention standards. This role requires hands-on experience with orthopedic/spine surgeries, strong sterile processing knowledge, and teamwork

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in orthopedic/spine surgeries.
• Strong knowledge of sterile processing and infection prevention.
• Ability to handle specialized instruments and maintain case readiness.
• Excellent teamwork and communication in fast-paced clinical settings.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality surgical support.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and break down sterile fields for surgeries.
• Prepare and manage specialized surgical tools and supplies.
• Assist surgeons during procedures and coordinate with the team.
• Ensure infection control and sterile technique compliance.
• Collaborate with nurses, anesthesiologists, and surgeons to support care.

Skills

Orthopedic spine experience

Sterile processing

Infection prevention

Instrument handling

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Job Summary: Surgical Technologist III to support advanced orthopedic spine and joint procedures. Prepare operating rooms and ensure readiness of specialized instruments and equipment. Assist surgeons throughout complex cases while maintaining strict sterile technique and adhering to safety and infection prevention standards.

Key Duties

• Set up, maintain, and breakdown sterile fields, instruments, and equipment for orthopedic/spine surgeries
• Prepare and manage specialized surgical tools and supplies
• Assist surgeons during procedures and coordinate with the surgical team
• Maintain compliance with infection control, safety protocols, and sterile technique
• Collaborate with nurses, anesthesiologists, and surgeons to support quality patient care

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience assisting in surgical procedures, with familiarity in orthopedic/spine cases
• Strong knowledge of sterile processing and infection prevention practices
• Ability to handle specialized instruments and maintain accurate case readiness
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Commitment to patient safety, compassion, and high-quality surgical support