Surgical Technologist OR

Intermountain Healthcare; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 36,837 - 68,797; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, CO seeks Surgical Technologists for full-time night shifts (Mon-Thu, 40 hrs). Roles span Level I–III with pathway advancement. Responsibilities include maintaining sterile fields, assisting during procedures, and ensuring room readiness and safety.

Qualified candidates have BLS, ORT training or NCCT eligibility, and CO registration. On-site benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• BLS certification for healthcare providers required.
• Completion of an accredited ORT program or recent grad eligible to sit NCCT.
• Two years of scrub tech experience in surgical services recommended.
• On-the-job training options exist for rural hospital hires.
• Colorado Surgical Technologists must be registered to practice in CO.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field and ensure room meets sterilization criteria.
• Assist surgical staff during procedures within scope of practice.
• Prepare room and instruments for procedures; assist with sterile processing when needed.
• Identify emergencies and respond per safety plans; document appropriately.
• Clean room after procedures and prep for next case.

Skills

BLS certification

ORT program completion

Scrub tech experience

Emergency response

Strong communication

Education

Operating Room Technician program

NCCT exam eligibility (for Level I/II/III)

Job description

Job Description:Surgical Technologists perform 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. It is expected that Surgical Technologists will support system wide and surgical operations initiatives and practices. In addition, this person will actively participate in the surgical operations safety plan as outlined.Shifts and SchedulingFull-time, 40 hours/week. Night position. Monday - Thursday. No on-call or weekend requirementsSurgical Technologists have pathway opportunities identified for advancement to Surgical Technologist levels II or III.Job EssentialsEnsures room and all surgical items meet sterilization criteria.Maintains sterile field and safe environment.Recognizes and addresses sharps and fire safety processes.Prepares room and instruments for surgical procedure. May assist with sterile processing.Assists the surgical staff during the procedure, within the scope of practice.After procedure, cleans room and prepares for next procedure.Identifies emergency situations and exercises judgment when implementing procedures to respond to emergencies.Posting SpecificsLevel I Pay Range: $26.74 - $41.28/hour (depending on experience)Level II Pay Range: $29.43 - $45.39/hour (depending on experience)Level III Pay Range: $32.34 - $49.94/hour (depending on experience)Benefits Eligible: Yes (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and many more benefits)Shift Details: Full-time, 40 hours/week. Night position. Monday - Thursday. No on-call or weekend requirementsLocation: Operating Rooms - Lutheran Medical Center (Wheat Ridge, CO)This position could be filled as a Surgical Tech II or Surgical Tech III depending on experience and qualifications.Minimum Qualifications (Level I)Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.Completion of an accredited Operating Room Technician program (ORT)Or graduated from a non-accredited surgical tech program within the past six months, but not currently eligible to sit for Tech in Surgery exam (NCCT)Or two years of scrub tech experience in hospital or military surgical services within the last three years.Or hired for on-the-job training in a rural hospitalOr International training equivalent and legally authorized to work in the United States.Competent in basic procedures or one or more specialty areas/facility case mixAble to take assigned callColorado Surgical Technologists must be registered to practice as a Surgical Technologists with the State of Colorado.In addition to meeting Level I requirements (above), to qualify for a Level II/III role, you must also meet the following requirements:Minimum Qualifications (Level II)Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.Competent in Basic Procedures and two or more specialty areas and/or facility case mixAble to take assigned callMust be in good standing.Colorado Surgical Technologists must be registered to practice as a Surgical Technologists with the State of Colorado.Minimum Qualifications (Level III)Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.Competent in Basic Procedures and 2 or more specialty areas such as (Ortho, Robotics, Neuro, CV, Trauma, Transplant, Reimplants) and/or facility case mix.Able to take assigned callMust be in good standingColorado Surgical Technologists must be registered to practice as a Surgical Technologists with the State of Colorado.Physical RequirementsOngoing 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:Intermountain Health Lutheran HospitalWork City:Wheat RidgeWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$26.74 - $41.28We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. 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