Surgical Technologist - Surgery - Full time SEASONAL MIDS

Aspen Valley Health; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted bus passes

457B plan

AVH hosted programs

Job summary

Aspen Valley Health is hiring a full-time Surgical Technologist for the Surgery department. This is a seasonal assignment with an anticipated start of September 24, 2026 and end around April 10, 2027, in Aspen, Colorado.

The role requires maintaining a sterile field, preparing the OR, and collaborating with the perioperative team to deliver high-quality intraoperative care. BLS is required; Colorado licensure is required or obtainable before start. Spanish skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted license to practice as a Surgical Technologist in Colorado.
• BLS certification required; may be obtained prior to start date.
• Two years of operating room experience preferred.
• Surgical Technologist certification preferred (NCCT TS-C or NBSTSA CST).
• Spanish language ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field and instrumentation for all procedures.
• Prepare operating room and supplies for each surgical case.
• Communicate with perioperative team to uphold high standard of intraoperative care.
• Stock and order department supplies; provide additional patient care as directed.

Skills

OR experience (2+ years)

Education

Unrestricted Colorado ST license

BLS certification

Job description

We are currently hiring for a full time Surgical Technologist within the Surgery department here at Aspen Valley Health.

This is a short-term SEASONAL position with an anticipated start date of September 24, 2026 and an expected end date of April 10, 2027.

Work Shift:

Mids - 10 Hour

Compensation Range:

$42.19 - $67.48Night and weekend shift differentials up to $10 per hour!

The compensation range listed is an estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on your qualifications including years of experience performing similar work, level of formal education in a relevant field of study, and any professional certifications related to the position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Unrestricted license to practice as a Surgical Technologist (ST) in the State of Colorado, or ability to obtain prior to start date
• Basic Life Support (BLS). May be obtained upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years recent O.R. experience preferred.
• Surgical Technologist certification (NCCT TS-C or NBSTSA CST) preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

We will consider equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. If you don’t meet the job requirements as listed, but you believe you possess equivalent experience or education, you are encouraged to apply.

Position Overview:

Maintains sterile field and instrumentation for all surgical procedures. Prepares the operating room and supplies for each surgical case in a neat and efficient manner. The Surgical Technologist (ST) will communicate with all other members of the Perioperative team to give the highest standard of care according to AORN standards for patients in the intraoperative period. The ST works collaboratively with co-workers, stocks and orders of supplies for department. The ST provides additional supportive patient care as directed by others.

This Position Offers:

As a seasonal employee, you will be eligible to purchase discounted bus passes for transportation to and from work, 457B, and also participate in a number of AVH hosted programs.

Environment and Culture:

Aspen Valley Health is a twenty-five-bed community hospital that represents the best of two worlds — the warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise of a major medical center.

“I love the people, the sense of family and community on this team and in a broader sense across the hospital as a whole.I have worked for a HUGE corporation, and this is so much better!!It’s like CHEERS, where everybody knows your name.” - Stacy

“I love the flexibility that this job gives me, and the people I get to connect with and learn from. The job is challenging and ever-changing, which helps keep my brain sharp! AVH has been a great company to work for over the last 8 years, and it shows in how employees are valued and cared for.” - Melissa

“The team members are incredibly dedicated to the delivery of care for our patients, to helping our staff feel valued and supported, and to the fiscal health of the hospital. They also genuinely care about each other, are able to laugh at themselves, and tease each other because there is a basis of trust and mutual support. I have laughed so hard at meetings that I have actually cried.” - Diana

It’s no surprise that our retention rate is BETTER than 90% of all other hospitals in the country!