Surgical Technologist Traveler L&D Nights

Surgical Technologist Traveler L&D Nights at UCHealth summary:
A Surgical Technologist Traveler working night shifts in the Labor & Delivery unit at UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital prepares operating suites, assists surgeons by passing instruments, and ensures patient safety during surgical procedures. Requires a surgical technologist credential, at least one year of experience, and BLS certification. The role involves working in fast-paced environments with minimum supervision to support surgical teams and contribute to quality patient care.
Description

Location:

UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital, US:

CO:

Fort Collins
Department: 2OR, 2

Pre-OP/Post-OP, 8

Labor Room, 4

OBED Room, Labor & Delivery Unit
FTE:
Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Nights
Pay: $44.00 per hour plus travel package/stipend
LOCAL Traveler contract options available for those who reside within 75 miles
13 week assignments available - extension options

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED

• Graduated from Surgical Technologist program

• State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration

• 1-year experience

• BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date.
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Responsibilities:

• Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care

• Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies.

• Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments. Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.

• Passes instruments to physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.

• Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.

• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
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UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents

• 403(b) with employer matching contributions

• Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank

• Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options

• Employer paid short term disability and long-term disability with buy-up coverage options

• Wellness benefits

• Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs

• Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Keywords:
surgical technologist, labor and delivery, operating room, surgical instruments, patient safety, BLS certification, surgical assistance, travel nurse, night shift, perioperative care